Nasal irrigation has proven to be very useful for patients who suffer from common cold and congestion, and different types of nasal allergies and sinus infections. It provides a quick and effective relief from the symptoms associated with such ailments. This practice has been in use for many centuries, especially in India. This simple technique is referred to as jala neti in Sanskrit, where jala stands for 'water' and neti stands for 'nasal cleaning'. The vessel that contains the water is referred to as a neti pot. Water is poured into one nostril, and flows out from the other with the aid of gravity, effectively cleaning the passageways and hydrating the mucus membranes. Nowadays, nasal irrigation is also done with the help of a large syringe, with a plunger at one end, which is used to force water into the nostrils. Pulsatile nasal irrigation, a form of irrigation that involves the use of motorized irrigation devices, is also commonly used nowadays. Nasal sprays are also a popular form of nasal irrigation, especially for children, though they are not as effective as neti pots.
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