Sinus Treatment - NasalRX: (Cranial Facial Release) Exploring Cranial Solutions in Christchurch and Auckland
- Cranial Solutions Team
- Aug 20
- 5 min read
Updated: Nov 21
Introduction: Sinus Congestion and Head Pain
Sinus congestion is a common complaint that can affect breathing, energy, and overall quality of life. When the sinuses are blocked or inflamed, pressure builds in the face and forehead, often leading to headaches, disrupted sleep, and difficulty concentrating. For many people, congestion also causes mouth breathing, which over time can influence jaw alignment, posture, and oxygen intake.
While mainstream approaches usually focus on medications (such as decongestants, antihistamines, or steroids) or surgery to widen nasal passages, these often provide only temporary or incomplete relief. The reason is that many cases of sinus congestion are linked to structural imbalances in the cranial and facial bones. Unless these underlying patterns are addressed, the congestion tends to return.
At Cranial Solutions Christchurch and Auckland, patients now have access to Cranial Facial Release (CFR) sinus treatment and its modern refinement, NasalRX. This treatment looks beyond symptoms, working directly on cranial and facial alignment while considering global influences such as posture, breathing patterns, and musculoskeletal balance.
What Causes Sinus Congestion Beyond Allergies & Infection?
Sinus congestion is often explained as a result of allergies, viral infections, or environmental irritants. While these certainly play a role, they are not the full picture for many people who experience chronic, recurring congestion.
Cranial and Facial Bone Tension
The bones of the face and skull form a dynamic system. They are not rigidly fixed — they move subtly with every breath, with every heartbeat, and with the flow of cerebrospinal fluid. When these bones lose mobility due to injury, tension, or long-standing restrictions, the nasal passages and sinus cavities narrow. This creates structural pressure that impairs drainage, resulting in a constant feeling of congestion, blocked airflow, and recurrent headaches.
Soft Tissue Contraction and Posture
Muscles and fascial layers around the nose, jaw, and forehead also play a role. When the soft tissues contract — due to stress, clenching, or poor posture — they add further compression to the cranial system. This not only restricts breathing but can also set up patterns that trigger frontal headaches and migraines.
Why Medications and Surgery Often Fall Short
Mainstream medicine has provided valuable support for acute sinus infections, severe allergies, or structural deformities. However, many people with long-term sinus problems report that medications or even surgery only partially relieve their symptoms.
This is because medications focus on reducing swelling and surgery physically enlarges nasal passages, but neither corrects the cranial and facial bone restrictions that may be the true source of the problem.
If the cranial system remains imbalanced, mucus continues to stagnate, pressure builds again, and breathing patterns remain compromised. This is why realignment through Cranial Facial Release sinus treatment and NasalRX sinus treatment can be considered an essential step for many chronic cases.
NASALRX (Cranial Facial Release-CFR): Restoring Structural Balance - Sinus Treatment
CFR is a balloon-assisted endo-nasal technique first developed in the mid-20th century. It was designed to influence cranial mobility, improve cerebrospinal fluid flow, and restore balance to the cranial system.
A small, sterile balloon is gently inserted into the nasal passage.
The balloon is briefly inflated, mobilising the surrounding cranial and facial bones.
This creates subtle but significant changes in alignment, allowing for improved airflow, sinus drainage, and cranial balance.
Many patients describe a sensation of immediate lightness or pressure release in the head following CFR.
NasalRX: A Modern Evolution
NasalRX, now available exclusively at Cranial Solutions Christchurch and Auckland, takes CFR to a new level. It looks not only at local sinus and nasal structures but also at global alignment across the cranial, spinal, and musculoskeletal systems.
This is important because:
A misaligned neck or jaw can maintain pressure in the cranial vault.
Unresolved concussion patterns can influence how the cranial bones move.
Chronic headaches and migraines are often driven by both vascular and musculoskeletal restrictions.
By considering all these factors together, NasalRX provides a structural pathway for those living with chronic sinus congestion, unresolved headaches, chronic migraines, concussion after-effects, and jaw conditions.
Symptoms That May Relate to Cranial Restrictions
People attending Cranial Solutions clinics often report one or more of the following:
Persistent sinus congestion or blocked nose.
Facial pain or pressure across the forehead and cheeks.
Mouth breathing, snoring, or disrupted sleep.
Headaches that do not fully respond to medication.
Migraines triggered by pressure, posture, or sinus changes.
Jaw pain, clenching, or TMJ dysfunction.
Post-concussion headaches and ongoing cranial tension.
Concussion, Headaches & Migraines: The Cranial Connection
Concussion
After head trauma, cranial bones may lose their subtle mobility. Even after the initial injury heals, lingering restrictions can drive headaches, dizziness, fatigue, and concentration issues. NasalRX has been integrated into care for many post-concussion patients at our Brisbane and Sydney clinics.
Chronic Headaches
Cervicogenic and tension-type headaches are often linked to neck and cranial restrictions. By addressing both musculoskeletal and cranial systems, patients frequently describe meaningful improvements.
Chronic Migraines
Migraines involve complex vascular and neurological patterns. When cranial bones are restricted, they can exacerbate these pathways. Realignment through cranial release may help reduce contributing factors, giving migraine sufferers another pathway to explore.
Sinus Congestion and Mouth Breathing
Blocked sinuses are not just uncomfortable — they change the way the entire body breathes. Mouth breathing often develops as a coping mechanism, but it reduces oxygen intake, disrupts sleep, and may even affect jaw development and alignment over time.
By restoring nasal passage openness and cranial symmetry, NasalRX at Cranial Solutions sinus treatment has been used to support many patients looking for long-term improvements in breathing/nasal issues.
Jaw Conditions (TMJ)
Jaw function is closely tied to cranial alignment. When the cranial bones are restricted, the TMJ is placed under uneven load, leading to clenching, grinding, or pain. Releasing cranial restrictions can relieve strain on the jaw, reducing both discomfort and secondary headaches.
A Patient-Focused Model
At Cranial Solutions Christchurch and Auckland our philosophy is to integrate cranial procedures with total conservative care:
Assessment: A detailed review of cranial mobility, posture, and history.
Treatment Phases: NasalRX typically involves four treatments across eight days (Phase 1), with additional phases if needed - until 6 sinus conchae are clear.
Integration: Guidance on breathing retraining, posture, hydration, and musculoskeletal balance supports long-term outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NasalRX surgery?
No, it is non-surgical and does not involve cutting or removing tissue.
How many sessions are needed?
Most people begin with Phase 1: four sessions over eight days. Additional phases may be recommended.
Does it hurt?
Patients describe a brief moment of pressure, not pain.
Is it safe?
Yes, it is performed by trained practitioners with long experience in cranial and musculoskeletal therapies.
Final Thoughts: Sinus, Headaches & Global Alignment
Sinus congestion, chronic headaches, chronic migraines, post-concussion symptoms, mouth breathing, and jaw conditions are deeply interconnected. When the cranial system is restricted, pressure builds in ways that medication or surgery alone cannot resolve.
At Cranial Solutions Christchurch and Auckland, Cranial Facial Release sinus treatment and NasalRX provide a structural pathway for patients seeking a different approach to sinus treatments - one that restores balance in the cranial system and considers the whole body.
If you are struggling with unresolved sinus congestion or ongoing cranial conditions, explore what NasalRX at Cranial Solutions may offer.
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