Post Nasal Drip That Will Not Go Away: A Structural Airway Approach
- Cranial Solutions Team
- Jan 21
- 3 min read
Post Nasal Drip Treatment (Christchurch)
Why drip can persist even when you are not sick
Post nasal drip can feel relentless. You swallow mucus, clear your throat all day, cough at night, and wake with a sore throat. Many people are told it is allergies, sinus infection, or reflux, and they rotate through sprays and antibiotics without lasting relief.
Chronic post nasal drip is not always "too much mucus". Often it is a symptom of irritated tissue and poor airway mechanics. If the nasal airway is restricted, you start breathing through your mouth more. Mouth breathing dries and inflames the throat. Inflamed tissue produces more protective secretions. That increases throat clearing, coughing, and more irritation. Now there is a Post Nasal Drip Treatment Christchurch that takes revolutionary approach.
The drip loop: restriction to irritation to more secretions
A functional loop we commonly see is:
Nasal restriction or poor airflow
Mouth breathing, especially during sleep
Throat and upper airway dryness
Increased sensitivity and inflammation
More secretions and a stronger urge to clear
Ongoing irritation, day after day
This is why some people have post nasal drip even when tests do not show infection.
Signs your post nasal drip may be airway driven
NasalRX may be relevant if your drip comes with:
A blocked nose most nights
Snoring or waking unrefreshed
Morning dry mouth or thirst
A "sticky" throat that feels worse at night
Facial heaviness or pressure sensations without infection
Headaches, jaw clenching, or neck tension
Symptoms that fluctuate with posture, sleep, or stress
What we do differently at Cranial Solutions NZ - Post Nasal Drip Treatment Christchurch
We assess whether your drip pattern is being driven by airway mechanics and cranial-facial tension patterns. The goal is not to chase mucus. The goal is to improve the conditions that keep tissue irritated.
A NasalRX assessment looks at:
Nasal airflow patterns and restriction triggers
Mouth breathing habits and sleep signs
Cranial-facial and jaw tension patterns
Neck mechanics and upper airway tension
Whether your symptoms fit a structural and functional loop
If the pattern fits, we build a plan designed to support nasal function and reduce compensations that drive irritation.
What changes people often notice
When nasal airflow improves and mouth breathing reduces, many people notice:
Less throat clearing
Less night coughing
Reduced morning soreness and dryness
A calmer feeling in the upper airway
Better sleep quality and more stable energy
Some people also find that their need for sprays decreases because their airway is less reactive. Results vary, but the focus is functional improvement.
What to do alongside structural work
You will get more out of any structural approach if you also support the basics that reduce irritation:
Hydrate well, especially in dry environments
Avoid strong fragrances and irritant aerosols
Consider simple saline rinses if tolerated
Address bedroom dust and airflow
Reduce late night heavy meals if reflux is suspected
Post Nasal Drip Treatment Christchurch, and Auckland coming soon!
We see clients in Christchurch now. Auckland is coming soon. If you want the NasalRX approach in Auckland, join the waitlist.
FAQs
Is post nasal drip always allergies?No. Allergies can contribute, but airway restriction and mouth breathing can keep the loop going even when allergies are managed.
What if I have tried everything?That is often who we see. Many people have not had a structural airway assessment.
Is this suitable for chronic sniffing after illness?It can be, especially if nasal restriction and mouth breathing became the new normal after the illness.
Book a Christchurch assessment, or register interest for Auckland.
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