What is the Correct Nasal Wash Technique Using the Sinus Rinse?
Lean far over the sink with your head down. Apply the cap of the bottle snugly against the nasal passage and squeeze the bottle gently until the solution drains from the opposite nasal passage. Squeeze two or three times in each nostril. This will take approximately 2-4oz. of the salt water irrigating the nasal passage. Gently blow the nose. Do not block the nasal passage completely while blowing to avoid pressure on the eardrum. Repeat the procedure on the other side. If you have a salty taste in your mouth, you may want to rinse your mouth with fresh water after the nasal wash. Once you have finished, discard any unused solution. Make a fresh solution for each rinse. Rinse the bottle, cap, and tubing with fresh water. Allow the pieces to dry on clean towel. If there is some contamination, clean the bottle with rubbing alcohol or white distilled vinegar (1 part vinegar to 3 parts water). Rinse again as described in Step 8 above.
