Can steam inhalation replace the SINUCLEARTM?
Folks have advocated and used this treatment for hundreds of years with good effect. The SINUCLEARTM is really a modification of the steam inhaler to use in a controlled unobtrusive manner. With the steam inhaler the temperature is uncontrolled, liable to produce burn injury and water needs to be replaced at frequent intervals. It is difficult to use for more than 30 minutes as one is bent over the appliance in a sitting position unable to do anything except inhale water vapour. Steam emission is enough to wet everything in sight. The rhinothermtm machine made in Israel is also a modification of this principle With a 18 inch hose it delivers 100% humidified air at 52 C. which one inhales for 30 minutes twice weekly. It also is used in the upright position and because of the delicate controls, retails at approximately USD$600. Its purpose is not to rest the sinuses but is an adaptation of the treatment with steam.
