Warm Compress
Unlike methods where moisture is introduced in order to loosen up the nasal passageways, warm compress aims to reduce inflammation by opening the nasal passages. Additionally, it also helps to lessen the inflammation of the sinuses, which in turn makes breathing easier. Usually, warm compress can be done as frequently as one might need, although long periods of contact with the warm compress can be harmful because of the risk of skin burns.
Typically, it should be used between four to six minutes for the most optimal effect. Making the liquid inside the warm compress too hot also risks burning the skin. Usually, a warm compress should have a temperature ranging from 37.8°C to 49°C, mainly depending on the patient’s age. An open or recently closed wound near the warm compress should also be avoided because it has a higher chance of being burned over a short period.
