Weird question - anyone ever use a netti-pot?

[ScrimpAndSave]

I used it for the first time tonight. My right nostril is very clogged up due to a cold. When I used the netti pot on my right side, it worked beautifully. When I used it on the stuffy side, it didn't flow as easily and went down my throat a few times.

Am I doing something wrong? I followed the directions that came with it...

[poundwise]

You have to hold your head properly to avoid that issue. Also, if you are really clogged, you may have to pour more slowly and push a little air through your nose too. In such cases, you may not can avoid having a little trickle down your throat, however, it shouldn't be much. Usually, as stated, that means you're holding your head a little off from proper position. Be careful that you aren't shifting your head position too much when using one hand to hold the pot as opposed to the other.

I think the Neti Pot is great, particularly for nasal allergies, but also just for feeling clean and refreshed.

This is the one I have.

[rduell]

I keep saying I need to get one of these because I have serious year-round allergies, but I keep forgetting. I need to go put it on my list now so I don't forget yet again this week. Thanks for reminding me!

[PrincessPerky]

I am seriously considering one..but it seems strange to pay for a umm pour spout...and I think I read the 'ingredients' are salt water?

[aevans1206]

I get terrible sinus infections and on the suggestion of a coworker bought one last year. It worked fabulously for awhile, but whenever I used it, eventually my sinus infection worsened. I don't know why, but it blew my mind. I really liked the thing and felt so clean afterwards. People swear by them.

You may try blowing your nose before doing the other side. I find that helps.

[cicy33]

I have serious sinus issues and did try this but it did not help me. as a matter of fact it caused more problems. I used it according to directions, the packet of mix the whole thing. When I was done within about 10 minutes I couldnot breathe at all through my nose. Inside my nose was completely swollen shut. LIterally. Had to sleep sitting up. A couple days later I am feeling better and thinking it was me and my sinus's I tried it again. Same reaction. I have never felt such pain. I will never use this again. I did remember a similar reaction when i would swim as a child. Not as bad but it always is painful for water up my nose. Not just annoying, painful. But I do know that they help some people

[amberbamber]

I have one and use it regularly. I don't use the salt water mix any longer, just plain water. There is definitely a learning curve to using the thing!

[tedbundy]

Better to use one of these than to use drugs! It's been used since ancient times, I say go for it. I never have a problem with congestion or allergies, but my dad uses one.