Frequently Asked Questions
Nasal and sinus cleansing, irrigation and flushing by cleaning nasal passages using the plastic neti pot called Rhinohorn. Netipots are also called alaneti jala neti or netipot. Long ago the most common type of nasal flushing and cleaning was performed using a ceramic netipot. However, with new technology the Rhinohorn netipot has eliminated the need to have a glass type neti pot. This new plastic netipot is light weight and very easy to travel with. No fear of having broken glass in your luggage or bathroom when you use the Rhinohorn plastic neti pot. The Rhinohorn flushes sinus infection sinus infections while irrigation removes the particulate matter found in the air. We are constantly breathing in dust mites pollen human skin spores and bacteria. I have found that my netipot helps me have some relief from nasal congestion when I get a cold. There is not much that we can take that will help give us cold relief without having to take medicine. This is one thing that I can use and not worry about taking expensive medicine that makes me sleepy. Just give me aspirin, a netipot, chicken soup, and lots of natural juices for my winter cold relief.
Check with your doctor before taking aspirin.
Problem: Am I Doing Something Wrong? The water is not running through the nostrils
Solution: There can be two reasons:
(1) The nose is stuffed/clogged because the mucus membranes are swollen. You cannot breathe through one or both nostrils and water will therefore not run through.
The warm saltwater has a relaxing effect on the mucus membranes and can open up a stuffed nose. Let the water remain in the nostril for about 5 seconds then pour from the other side and let the water remain in the nose for a while. Repeat from side to side until the water begins to run through.
(2) You may be holding Rhino Horn at an angle pressing the tip into the wall of the nose and stopping water from entering the nostril.
Problem: Water runs down your the mouth and throat.
Solution: Your chin may be too far out. Move your chin closer to your chest. This stops water from running down your throat.
Problem: It's unpleasant
Solution: If there is too little salt in the water it creates pressure. If there is too much salt or the water is too cold it stings. The water isn't too warm is it?
Q:How Often Can I Use Rhino Horn?
A:Rhino Horn may be used daily if desired. In special situations - e.g. in the case of high pollen counts that you are reacting to or if you are suffering from a cold or severe sinusitis - nasal cleansing may be practiced two to four times a day. Normally used for regular hygiene preventative measures and for general well-being once a day is sufficient.
Recommended by Ear Nose and Throat Doctors
A number of Ear Nose and Throat specialists in Norway have declared that:
«This method of rinsing the nose with lukewarm saltwater is an easy and gentle way of removing crusts and foreign particles from the nasal passages. It's simple to do and has no harmful side effects. Nasal cleansing has proved to be highly effective in the prevention and treatment of sinusitis and is also a useful component in the treatment of chronic sinusitis.
Those suffering from pollen and dust allergies may in many cases reduce their symptoms by practicing nasal cleansing.»
Exaggerated use of nasal spray is harmful to the mucus membranes. Saltwater makes the mucus membranes more resistant to virus and bacteria. Warm saltwater also stimulates the natural purification mechanism of the respiratory system. It increases the removal of mucus and particles from the lungs.