Hot and Cold Compress
Once the pain from a sinus headache starts to become noticeable, applying a hot or warm compress over the nose and eyes can provide relief. This home remedy works by warming the nasal passages, letting the mucus loose. Aside from that, warm compresses reduce any swelling in the sinuses that contributes to the sinus headache.
Applying cold compress over the eyes or forehead also lessens sinus pressure, which occurs anywhere within the sinus. Usually, this pain is felt around the cheeks, eyes, and nose and sometimes extends to the back of the head and teeth.
Addressing sinus pressure using a cold compress helps relieve sinus headaches. Cold compress numbs the pain and reduces inflammation. Switching between warm and cold temperatures every 30 seconds may also be beneficial for sinus pain relief. Begin by putting a warm washcloth or towel over the sinus area for around three minutes. Afterwards, administer a cold compress around the sinus area for 30 seconds. Then, switch between warm and cold compress two more times and do the treatment again four times daily.
