Massage: To Relieve Nasal Congestion

There is nothing quite as frustrating as trying to sleep, work, or even think when your nose is completely blocked. Before you reach for another round of decongestant spray (which can cause rebound stuffiness), try using your hands.

Massage won’t cure a cold or kill the virus, but it acts as a powerful mechanical decongestant. By stimulating blood flow, encouraging lymphatic drainage, and physically releasing tension in the facial muscles, you can open those nasal passages naturally.

Chances are, you will hear the air rush in for the first time in hours. While massage isn't a cure, it is a drug-free, side-effect-free tool that puts you back in control of your breathing.