Using a comfort flow bottle, likely referring to a nasal rinse bottle, is straightforward. This guide assumes you are using a squeeze bottle designed for nasal irrigation.
Preparing for Use
- Fill the bottle: Fill the bottle with sterile saline solution or distilled water as directed by the manufacturer. Never use tap water.
- Check the flow: Some bottles have different flow settings. Select the appropriate setting, especially if you are using it for children under 12 (using a slower flow as recommended in the provided video reference).
Using the Bottle
- Position Yourself: Lean over a sink.
- Squeeze the bottle: Gently squeeze the bottle to start the flow.
- Breathe through your mouth: Crucially, do not breathe through your nose while rinsing. The reference video emphasizes this.
- Tilt your head: Tilt your head slightly forward and to the side, directing the flow into one nostril.
- Allow the rinse to drain: Allow the saline solution to flow out through the other nostril and into the sink.
- Repeat: Repeat steps 3-5 for the other nostril.
- Stop the flow: When finished, stop squeezing the bottle.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Always clean your comfort flow bottle thoroughly after each use to prevent bacterial growth. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for cleaning and sterilization.
