Physiotherapy In Sinusitis

Difficulty breathing through your nose in cold weather, Nasal inflammation, Thick, discolored discharge from the nose, Drainage down the back of the throat (postnasal drainage), Nasal obstruction or congestion, causing Pain, tenderness, and swelling around your eyes, cheeks, nose or forehead, Reduced sense of smell and taste these all are Common Symptoms of Sinusitis.

Inflammation of the sinuses of your face is sinusitis. It can be acute(recent) or chronic( From a prolonged Period of time).when the spaces inside your nose and head (sinuses) are swollen and inflamed for three months or longer, despite treatment is called Chronic Sinusitis. Although irritating and painful, without medical attention, sinusitis always goes away. However, a person should contact their doctor if the symptoms are serious and permanent.

The triggers may be infectious, bacterial, or even fungal, but as the stimulus, most individuals have some form of irritant. The largest source of sinus issues is smoke and other pollution by far. Often the cause, which has no clear cause, remains Idiopathic. 

To try to get rid of the irritant, the sinuses respond to the irritant by creating extra mucus. This can cause blockage of the small drainage holes (Ostia) if the mucus is too thick.

What is the Sinus? When it does get inflamed? 

A sinus is a space in the body that is empty. There are many kinds of sinuses, but the paranasal sinuses, the spaces behind the face that connect to the nasal cavity, are affected by sinusitis.

The lining of these sinuses is made of the same composition as the nose lining. A slimy secretion called mucus is formed by the sinuses. This mucus stays sticky and collects soil particles and germs in the nasal passages.

Symptoms of Sinusitis

Symptoms vary depending on how long a condition lasts and how severe the symptoms are.

The symptoms include:

• nasal discharge, which may be green or yellow
• a postnasal drip, where mucus runs down the back of the throat
• facial pain or pressure
• blocked or runny nose
• sore throat
• cough
• bad breath
• fever
• headaches
• a reduced sense of smell and taste
• tenderness and swelling around the eyes, nose, cheeks, and forehead
• toothache

Risk factors for Sinusitis

The following may increase a person’s risk of developing sinusitis,

• having a previous respiratory tract infection, such as a cold
• nasal polyps, which are small benign growths in the nasal passage that can lead to obstruction and inflammation
• seasonal allergies
• sensitivity to substances such as dust, pollen, and animal hair
• having a weakened immune system due to medication or a health condition
• having a deviated septum
• The septum is the bone and cartilage that divides the nose into two nostrils. When this becomes bent to one side, either through injury or growth, it can increase the risk of sinusitis.

Diagnosis of Sinusitis

A doctor may make a diagnosis by:

• asking about symptoms
• carrying out a physical examination
• using an endoscope to see inside the nasal passages
• ordering an MRI or CT scan to check for structural problems, in some cases
• carrying out an allergy test to identify possible triggers

The doctor may visually examine the nasal cavity with a light source or a small, handheld device with a light attached called an otoscope. They can also use this device to examine the ears.

If symptoms persist, a person may need to see an ear, nose, and throat specialist for a more in-depth examination.

Physiotherapy For Sinusitis

Physiotherapy is a Non-invasive plan of treatment, it has less evidence to treat sinusitis but to some extent, such therapeutic exercise will help to reduce signs & symptoms of Sinusitis. You can Consult the Physiotherapist near you!

• The physiotherapist may use a humidifying spray, created ultrasonically, to thin the mucus, which is a mixture of natural saline and the mucolytic that your doctor prescribes.
• The Ostia is very small and easily blocked by inflammation. The ultrasound and the laser machines are used to help here by loosening the mucus membrane and facilitates drainage.
• Massage, Frontal and Maxillary massages may help the Drainage and Stimulus the secretion to drained. Massaging the sinuses by relieving pressure and making the sinus flush out mucus is believed to help sinus inflammation and cough. Via the blood supply to the region, the gentle pressure and warmth from the hands can also aid.