Frequently asked questions
NasalRX Procedure: Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we are asked most often about the NasalRX procedure, what to expect, and availability across New Zealand.
01What is NasalRX Procedure, and how does it work without surgery?
NasalRX Procedure is an advanced, non-surgical endo-nasal procedure that utilises targeted micro-inflation within the six nasal pathways. The procedure exerts gentle outward pressure to mobilise fixed cranial sutures, specifically releasing micro-torsion on the sphenoid bone. This structurally expands restricted nasal passages, relieves dural sheath tension, and restores natural cranial respiratory motion without incisions, drugs, or downtime.
Link to this answer02How does NasalRX Procedure treat chronic sinus congestion and blocked nasal passages?
Traditional sprays and washes only address surface mucosal inflammation, whereas NasalRX Procedure corrects the underlying mechanical collapse of the internal nasal vault. By gently opening locked cranial articulations from the inside out, the procedure aims to support physical airway diameter, opens compressed drainage pathways, and addresses a structural contributor to the blockage causing chronic congestion, pressure or pain.
Link to this answer03Can NasalRX Procedure correct chronic mouth breathing in adults and athletes?
Chronic mouth breathing is frequently caused by structural airway resistance within the deeper nasal cavities.
By mechanically widening the internal nasal passages and expanding functional airway volume, NasalRX Procedure drastically reduces nasal resistance. This allows patients to comfortably switch back to functional, full-time nasal respiration, optimising athletic performance and oxygenation during sleep.
Because long-term nasal restriction can alter oral muscle habits, an individual physical diagnosis is conducted before care. In some cases, targeted internal myofunctional exercises may be recommended alongside treatment to additionally strengthen tongue anatomy, ensuring the tongue maintains its proper resting posture against the palate to permanently support a clear airway.
04How does sphenoid bone mobilisation relieve intractable migraines and chronic headaches?
The sphenoid bone sits at the anatomical centre of the skull and acts as the structural keystone for cranial mechanics. When the sphenoid becomes locked or shifted, often due to historical head impacts, dental work, or birth strain, it places continuous mechanical torque on the dural membrane and compresses local cranial nerves. NasalRX Procedure releases this locked sphenoid alignment, aiming to ease deep dural tension and addressing chronic, unresponsive migraine triggers.
Link to this answer05Is the treatment painful?
NasalRX Procedure is not painful, though you will experience a brief, moment-long feeling of firm internal pressure as the device expands. Most patients describe it as a quick, deep internal "stretch" or pressure wave - very similar to the sudden pressure change you feel when diving into water.
Because each inflation lasts for only a fleeting moment, any intensity is over almost immediately. This is typically followed by a clear sensation of open airways and a welcome release of deep cranial tension.
06Is NasalRX Procedure available in Auckland, Christchurch, or across New Zealand?
Cranial Solutions NZ is the exclusive clinical provider of NasalRX Procedure in New Zealand, operating premier destination clinics in both Auckland and Christchurch. For regional patients travelling from Wellington, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, or broader NZ, a dedicated 3-day intensive protocol can be done, repeated once, with pre-travel telehealth screening.
Link to this answer07How does NasalRX Procedure differ from ENT Balloon Sinuplasty or septoplasty surgery?
Unlike invasive ENT procedures, such as surgical septoplasty or balloon sinuplasty performed under general anaesthesia, NasalRX Procedure is completely non-surgical, non-invasive, and involves no cutting, cauterising, or structural tissue destruction. Instead of permanently altering nasal cartilage, NasalRX Procedure gently mobilises the actual cranial bones and sutures to restore natural structural room and airway function safely.
Link to this answer08How many sessions will I need?
Most adult patients experience a profound structural shift within their first 3 to 5 sessions, though chronic, long-standing conditions can require a longer series of tailored follow-up protocols. In severe concussion cases one should expect a longer process for clearance of symptoms.
Link to this answer09How does NasalRX Procedure help with post-concussion syndrome and persistent brain fog?
Traumatic head impacts often jam the delicate sutures between cranial bones, restricting the subtle pumping mechanism that drives cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow and venous drainage from the brain. By mobilising these fixed sutures and releasing deep dural strain, NasalRX Procedure helps restore normal cranial mechanics, relieving persistent post-concussion pressure, cognitive fatigue, and brain fog.
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