Chronic rhinitis, also called nonallergic rhinitis, is a condition that causes frequent nasal inflammation. Patients with chronic rhinitis may notice one or more of the following symptoms:
- Runny
- Congestion or stuffiness
- Postnasal drip
Traditional treatments for chronic rhinitis, like nasal sprays, decongestants and antihistamines, offer short-term relief but have a few drawbacks, including:
- They require daily use
- They may cause side effects like dryness, nosebleeds and headaches
- They are not always effective
To help fill the gap left by other treatments, we’re excited to offer ClariFix cryotherapy, an effective, long-term treatment option for people suffering from chronic rhinitis.
How Is ClariFix Different?
Rather than treating symptoms like traditional medicines, ClariFix treats the source of your symptoms—the inflamed nasal lining and out-of-balance nerves.
How Does ClariFix Work?
The nerves behind your nose regulate mucus secretion. With chronic rhinitis, these nerves may get thrown off balance and send out extra signals, resulting in excessive mucus production and inflammation. ClariFix works by freezing the nerves to stop those signals in their tracks.
What Happens During the Procedure?
During a ClariFix procedure, our ENT experts will numb the nose and use a probe to apply freezing temperatures to the nasal nerves. When we freeze the overactive nerves, we interrupt the signals they’re sending, relieving chronic rhinitis symptoms.
What are the Benefits of ClariFix?
There are three main benefits to choosing ClariFix over traditional medications:
- It can be performed under local anesthesia in our ENT office
- It treats the root of the problem rather than just the symptoms
- It takes only 30–45 seconds per side of the nose
What Is ClariFix Recovery Like?
ClariFix has minimal downtime, with most patients returning to normal activity the same or next day.
How Effective Is ClariFix?
One 2021 study, including 100 participants, found that 80% of ClariFix patients showed a clinician-observed improvement in rhinitis symptoms.
When Should I See Results?
Most patients see an improvement in their rhinitis symptoms within two to six weeks following the procedure.
How Long Do the Results Last?
ClariFix is the only cryotherapy procedure shown to last two years.
Are There Side Effects to ClariFix?
Some patients report temporary side effects like increased congestion, pain or discomfort and headaches. Though rare, nosebleeds are a potential side effect.
Real Relief Starts with ClariFix
ClariFix is the first and only FDA-approved medical device used to treat chronic rhinitis in adults. If you’ve been dealing with chronic rhinitis symptoms, contact Dr. Pablo Stolovitzky to see if ClariFix is right for you.
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