Lecture Notes: Dr. Mandela's Sinus Relief Technique

Introduction

• Speaker: Dr. Alan Mandela
• Topic: Techniques for relieving congested sinuses and stuffy nose
• Focus: Paranasal sinuses and reflexes from the brain for sinus drainage

Anatomy of Paranasal Sinuses

• Four Main Sinuses:
  • Ethmoidal Sinus
  • Sphenoidal Sinus
  • Frontal Sinus
  • Maxillary Sinus
• Sinuses are interconnected
• Common sinus issues occur:
  • Behind the cheekbones
  • Up in the frontal sinus

Congestion Issues

• Stuffy nose and sinus pain
• Eustachian tubes become congested causing:
  • Ear pain
  • Clicking sounds
  • Tinnitus (ear ringing)
  • Vertigo (dizziness)

Technique for Sinus Drainage

Step 1: Cheek and Ear Stimulation

• Objective: Open up sinuses and eustachian tubes
• Method:
  1. Use right thumb under the cheekbone, push in and out
  2. Use other hand to pull lower part of the ear straight out
  3. Hold for 10 seconds
  4. Repeat on the other side
• Result: Feels sinus opening and drainage immediately

Step 2: Nasal Region Technique

• Objective: Clear nasal congestion through brain reflex
• Method:
  1. Squeeze the nose with fingers
  2. Take a deep breath, tilt head back, hold breath
  3. Hold as long as possible
  4. Release nose and exhale, head down
  5. Breathe in through nose
• Result: Immediate drainage and relief, described as magical

Recommendations

• Perform technique as often as necessary
• Share the technique with friends
• Encourage feedback and comments

Closing Remarks

• Emphasis on making it a great day
• Dr. Alan Mandela's encouragement for wellness