New Procedures to Benefit Chronic Sinus Pain

When new procedures emerge to help people with chronic health issues, it is always exciting. For people who have lived for years with chronic sinus issues, that new procedure is balloon sinuplasty.

This procedure can be used to help promote sinus drainage, which offers relief. It uses a balloon and catheter, which is a familiar tool in the treatment of cardiac issues. Under a local anesthetic, the catheter is inserted into the sinuses from underneath the lip. The balloon is inflated, displacing the bones that are impeding healthy drainage of the sinuses.

 This procedure can be performed in doctor’s office, which cuts the balloon sinuplasty cost. It makes this procedure available to more patients, which is an exciting possibility.

This procedure can be augmented by new PROPEL technology. PROPEL is a dissolvable stent used to hold the nasal passages open after surgery. It is created from an innovative material that dissolves over time while also releasing anti-inflammatory medication to assist in the healing process.

In clinical trials, PROPEL has been shown safe and is the only sinus surgery product proven with level 1-A evidence as to its effectiveness and safety. It reduces scarring, inflammation, and polyps while also lowering the need for oral steroid medication or further surgery.

A New Revolution to Help Chronic Sinusitis Sufferers

Patients who are seeking relief from chronic sinus issues may be able to take advantage of a safe, FDA approved option that is showing results. This procedure draws from the same technology used to treat cardiac patients, and can be utilized in a doctor’s office setting.

Balloon sinuplasty involves using a balloon to displace the bones in the sinuses. By widening the sinus passages, better drainage can be promoted, giving patients relief.

Some of the benefits include:

·         Local Anesthetic—this broadens the number of patients who might be eligible for the procedure, including those who cannot be under a general anesthetic.

·         Short Recovery Times— This procedure offers shorter recovery times than some sinus procedures. This enables the patient to get back to their normal routine in a day or two.

·         Comfort— The procedure is performed in a doctor’s office and not a hospital, helping patients avoid some of the anxiety.

·         Patient Satisfaction— Many patients who have undergone the procedure would recommend it to family and friends.

·         Lower Cost— The procedure may offer lower out-of-pocket balloon sinuplasty cost for many patients because of the lower cost-of-care since the procedure is performed in a doctor’s office. 

Balloon sinuplasty Palm Beach offer this procedure, and most patients say they would recommend it to a friend. It offers substantial relief and it also allows the patient to enjoy the benefits much quicker.

At Fix Your Sinuses in Palm Beach, a team of specialists offer this procedure in a safe, doctor’s office-style setting. The procedure only takes about an hour or two, and the best candidates are people ranging in age from 18-75 years old. They may also be people who suffer from chronic blockages lasting 12 or more weeks a year.