11 Alternative Therapies for Your Chronic Sinus

We’ve all been there – either our nose feels like a clogged dam of mucus (yuck!) or it feels like a waterfall of mucus. However, if you don’t feel any better after taking a few common cold medications – even as far as after ten days – you may be experiencing chronic sinus. Chronic sinus (or chronic sinusitis) can take over your everyday life if left untreated. It can prevent you from sleeping soundly, leading to sleep-related diseases like insomnia. It’s no better during once you wake up either; you’d be experiencing severe headaches due to mucus build-up and congestion. However, thanks to modern research and experiments – we have no found alternate therapies with little to no side effects for you to manage your sinus.

Nasal sprays have long been used for their effectiveness for curing or at least giving temporary relief from sinus-related problems. However, at such times when the world is at a shortage of medical resources, you may or may not find your preferred nasal spray on the shelf of your nearest pharmacy. When ease of buying becomes a problem, what better way to cope up than make your own home into a pharmacy! Making a DIY saline nasal spray includes everyday ingredients you’d find lying around in your kitchen. You’d need:

Once you’ve mixed the solution well, pour it into any of your old nasal spray bottles (make sure to wash and clean them first) and you’re good to go!

Using neti pots is also an effective alternative therapy for managing chronic sinus. Many people take advantage of neti pots for cleaning their noses. Neti pots are useful when it comes to keeping the mucous membrane moist while giving relief from pressure accumulated in the sinuses. If you can’t find neti pots locally, don’t worry – they can be found on many websites online! Once you’ve purchased your neti pot, here’s how you could use them:

You would experience that when water runs from one nostril into the other, it flushes out bacteria, pollen, and other debris.

Using steam to manage and get rid of the sinus has been practiced for centuries. It’s one of the best-known methods known for its effectiveness for giving relief from sinus build-up. One of the best things about the inhalation of steam is that you don’t need any fancy medical equipment – all you need is a large bowl and a clean towel. Pour in some sterile water in your bowl and lean over it in such a way that your face is clearly over the water. Next, drape your towel over your head and inhale the steam for a couple of minutes while breathing through your nose. It’s as easy as that!

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Originally a Chinese remedy, Acupressure includes the application of pressure at certain points of the body to give relief from pain, discomfort, and illness. Although science does not back up or provide ample evidence for the effectiveness of acupressure, the people who’ve tried it recommend it to others. Moreover, many guidebooks are available for people who’d prefer practicing acupressure at home, rather than spending a large sum in visiting a professional.

Its common sense to keep the body hydrated at all times, especially when one is in constant pain or discomfort. Water acts as a medium for the transportation of vital bodily fluids, including blood to all parts of the body. When you drink more water, you’re ensuring that the sinus’s mucous membranes are being kept moist, which results in them working more efficiently.

The effects of sinus can prevent you from carrying out everyday activities. The application of heat to the sinus affected-area helps in ‘draining down’ the sinus from your nose. Find a clean washcloth (or towel) and fold it halfway. After doing so, place it around your cheeks and the bridge of your nose for a couple of minutes.

Essential oils have long been acknowledged for their therapeutic properties when it comes to giving relief for physical discomfort, illnesses, and pain. Many ENTs around the world recommend the use of essential oils for the treatment of sinusitis. You could try Menthol oil as it is widely renowned for its effectiveness in opening the nasal channels.  Here’s a little beginner’s guide:  

Do note, however, that there is little scientific evidence of the effectiveness of the use of essential oils in the curing of sinusitis. However, many people still use this home remedy. There’s no harm in trying, right? You could order various essential oils online or by purchasing them firsthand by visiting a local health and beauty shop.

Using herbs is another alternative therapy method for managing chronic sinus. The use of herbs has long been associated with body strength and the treatment of illnesses. One of the herb-related products is Sinupret, which is a mixture of five herbs. Many studies have been conducted on this mixture and they all point towards the effectiveness of it in providing relief from sinus. The herbs that Sinupret is composed of great help in thinning the mucus and helping you drain it. However, we’d suggest you contact your doctor before trying this method.

Ditch the usual chemically processed, over-the-counter sinus medications and instead opt for a more natural method of treatment. Homeopathic medications have been in use for centuries and since then haven’t seen any fall in their demand. A study conducted on the effectiveness of homeopathic medications found that they significantly improved the symptoms of sinusitis. Visit your local pharmacy for more information related to homeopathic medications especially made for chronic sinus. However, this is also a method that requires medical advice. We’d recommend you talk to your doctor before considering homeopathic medications.

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Yoga is practiced by millions worldwide, but did you know that it also helps in curing chronic sinus? Search for  “Supported Reclined Cobbler’s Pose” – this method has helped many manage their sinus more effectively. Moreover, apart from yoga, many other exercises that you can easily do at home, are widely known for bringing about temporary, if not permanent, relief from chronic sinus.

We saved the last spot for this one since you’d have to carry on extensive research to find out whether sinus-related supplements may be suitable for your body – plus, of course, you’d have to consult your physician or doctor for this one as well. Anyways, Enzyme Bromelain a supplement available easily wherever you are. It is a combination of different enzymes from the Pineapple plant. Although it is sold as a dietary supplement, it can also be used to cure sinusitis as it is found to be useful in treating sinus-related symptoms.

Sinus is known to make us lazy and lethargic. You tend to feel irritable and don’t even feel like talking. However, these alternate, natural home-remedies are as easy as one-two-three – they don’t require fancy procedures, doctors’ appointments, or a million dollars. Once you get the hang of taking care of your sinus at home daily, you may even be successful in getting rid of it permanently. What matters is that you prepare yourself mentally as well – believe in the procedures you’re carrying out and you’ve taken over the half of your discomfort– leave the rest to the procedure itself!