Over the years a great deal of clinical and scientific research has been conducted which demonstrates how salt therapy — especially as it is practiced at The Salt Room in Orlando, Florida, can help treat and alleviate a variety of sinusitis symptoms.
Sinusitis can be very difficult to live with and cause additional stress and discomfort. Salt therapy provides long term relief and is completely drug free. How does salt therapy treat sinusitis?
Technical Aspects of Treating Sinusitis with Salt Therapy
Treatment of sinusitis takes place with the help of salt aerosols in the halochamber. These salt particles are ground in the halogenerator which ensures continuous supply of clean, dry air saturated with sodium chloride particles. Dry sodium chloride aerosol at a mass concentration varying from 1-16 mg/m3 with a particle size of 1-5 um brings the best results.
A microprocessor in the halogenerator is responsible for maintaining the temperature, relative humidity and mass of aerosol in the chamber. The ideal temperature in the halochamber should range from 68-78 degrees Fahrenheit while humidity ranges from 40-50%. The room has a high concentration of negative ions which increases the aerosol stability.
When you inhale this salt laden air, aerosolized micro particles around 10 microns in diameter, are trapped in the upper airways of the respiratory tract. These particles are then evicted by the mucociliary system. However, micro particles below 5 microns travel deep into your lungs and settle down in every nook and corner of the bronchi, bronchioles, and alveoli. They decrease the viscosity of the mucus. The salt aerosol particles also snuff out bacteria and clean the respiratory tract of mucus, pathogens, smoke and dust and debris. Sinus drainage is improved as the nasal passage widens and mucus is drawn out.
Clinical Testing and Science Behind Salt Therapy as a Sinusitis Treatment
A victim of sinusitis will experience instant relief as the mucus clears, the nasal airways open up and nasal congestion recedes.
“Boris M, a patient of sinusitis who took salt therapy says “For over 25 years I had serious sinus problems which caused breathing difficulties, stress and fatigue. I tried to heal with the help of a physician but his intervention was unable to cure my condition.
As a last resort I was advised to schedule a laser surgery (which could not guarantee me permanent positive results), as I was assured that there is no other way to deal with my discomfort. Then I found out about salt therapy.
After several sessions in the Iris salt therapy room I felt my condition start to improve. The air passages in both of my nostrils cleared, and the polyps in my nose disappeared. After several more sessions I could breathe in a way equivalent to an average, healthy individual – for the first time in 25 years!
In fact, I cancelled my appointment for the surgery. I can now breathe freely on daily basis, eat without discomfort and get a good night’s sleep. What a relief! “
Prognosis for Sinusitis Sufferers Using Salt Therapy
A patient suffering from sinusitis displays symptoms like headache, stuffy nose and thick nasal secretions that are yellow, green, or blood-tinged. Other symptoms include breathing difficulty, fatigue, cough which may be severe at night, decreased sense of smell sore throat and bad breath. Prescription drugs used for treatment of sinusitis includes antibiotics and decongestants which have harmful side effects. Sometimes there is no way out except going in for an operation. With the help of salt therapy, you can not only avoid an operation but also decrease your dependence on prescription drugs. Contact The Salt Room today and we will help you get well soon.