What Is A Nebulizer?
In general, a nebulizer is a machine that turns liquid solutions into fine mist droplets, typically by using oxygen, compressed air or ultrasonic power to create an aerosol mixture. Medically, a nebulizer is a treatment and medication delivery device used to administer medicated and non-medicated liquids (in the form of a fine aerosol mist) to an afflicted area within the respiratory system.
Types Of Nebulizers
When doctors, pharmacists, and patients talk about nebulizers, they typically do so in relation to a form of asthma treatment. Often referred to as "albuterol nebulizers," the most common type is the jet nebulizer (sometimes called an atomizer). These machines use compressed air/oxygen to turn liquid medications and treatments into a fine mist, which is then delivered through a mouthpiece or face mask, and inhaled into the lungs.
"Albuterol nebulizers" work by delivering medication to affected areas in the lungs, relaxing the airways and providing symptom relief in asthma sufferers. These devices are also commonly used in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (or COPD) and cystic fibrosis (or CF).
Another type of nebulizer device commonly used by sinusitis and allergy sufferers is the nasal nebulizer. These machines are used to deliver nasal-safe cleansing saline and nasal moisturizer, as well as over-the-counter and prescribed intranasal medications to infected and blocked areas deep in the nose reaching the sinuses.
Nasal nebulizers work by turning nasal-safe solutions and prescribed intranasal medications into tiny droplets that get past the front of the nose and stick to those deep, hard-to-reach areas in the middle and back of the nose. These droplets deliver intranasal treatment directly to the afflicted areas, clear out dust and allergens, reduce inflammation, and break down thick crusty mucus without going into the lungs - making it easier to gently blow out. [9]
What Does A Nebulizer Do?
Most nebulizers work by forcing compressed air through a liquid solution and out through tiny holes, creating a mist (or aerosol spray) of tiny liquid droplets. However, there are now newer (less common) models that use different technologies, such as ultrasonic waves and vibrating mesh to create similar results.
Nebulizers are effective for delivering treatments and medications directly to an affected area, allowing for immediate and focused applications. In some cases, nasal nebulizers are useful for targeting and clearing out congestion and blockages in the nasal cavities, as well as cleansing and moisturizing inflamed and irritated areas.
- Traditional nebulizers that focus on asthma and COPD treatments commonly use a compressor with tubing attached to a mask. Medication is inhaled through the nose and mouth and deposited throughout the respiratory system and into the lungs.
- These days, there are compact portable nebulizers available, which are typically spring operated, that allow for more controlled delivery through the use of metered doses. These devices often come in the form of an inhaler and don’t require compressors, masks, or tubing to operate.
- Nasal nebulizers use a small compressor to force air through a tube, into a cup containing a liquid solution, and out through a nozzle as a mist. The nozzle is placed inside the nostrils and the aerosol spray is delivered deep into the sinus cavities, where it cleanses, moisturizes, and/or medicates the affected areas.
What Is A NasoNeb Nasal Nebulizer?
The NasoNeb* nasal nebulizer (or The NasoNeb Sinus Therapy System) is a sinus nebulizer used to deliver nasal-safe saline, nasal moisturizer and over-the-counter and prescribed intranasal medications to the nasal cavities, reaching the sinuses.
Inspired by Healthcare Professionals, ENTs, Allergists, and Pharmacists, The NasoNeb System is fast, simple to use, and easy to clean. And, because of its small size and lightweight, it’s a great portable nebulizer that can be used daily for effective relief of sinusitis and seasonal allergies.
Why Delivery Matters?
Unlike squeeze bottles (or rinse bottles) that reach only the front of the nasal cavity, nasal nebulizers - like the NasoNeb* system - deliver nasal-safe solutions and intranasal medication throughout middle and back of the nasal cavity, reaching the sinuses.
Filtered air from the device’s compressor mixes with moisturizers, medications, and saline solutions in the NasoNeb cup to create a large droplet spray. The large droplets ensure that the treatments and medications stay in the nasal cavity and out of the lungs. The airflow pushes the spray deep into the nasal cavity, past those structures that stop weaker nasal sprays delivered by typical spray bottles.
The NasoNeb* system delivers nasal-safe solutions and prescribed intranasal medication deeper for a superior deposition over other forms of irrigation, such as a neti pot or rinse bottle. And, because of its immediate application to the affected areas, there is less wait time, more concentration, and better results than orally ingested medications.
