It\u2019s easy to follow. All it takes is just a few moments of gently massaging and applying pressure to the right parts of our heads. Any of you out there suffering from sinus issues can do it!\n

However, before we get started, it\u2019s vital to find out if you have or are demonstrating any contraindications that suggest you should not perform this self-massage routine. Heather outlines signs and symptoms to watch out for on her blog, and we want to make sure you\u2019re not showing signs of any of them! Do not perform this massage before checking with your doctor if you have:\n

\u2013 Fever, acute infection, early onset inlammatory disease. You need to wait until the acute phase is over and the fever is broken.\n

\u2013 Circulatory system problems, especially thrombosis. If there is any risk of embolism of phlebitis, do not use LDM and see your physician immediately\n

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\u2013 Cardiac issues such as heart disease, acute angina pectoris or coronary thrombosis (heart attack). Using LDM increases the fluid load on the heart, and compromised cardiac systems should not be subjected to LDM.\n
\u2013 Active m.alignant ca-ncers, undiagnosed lumps, or tumors whose origins have not been determined by your physician.\n
\u2013 Active bleeding, internal or external.\n
\u2013 High risk pregnancy or late term pregnancy with complications\n
If you experience any of these symptoms, definitely be sure to check with your doctor before performing this massage. In fact, we always recommend checking with your doctor before performing any home remedies, just in case.\n
Don\u2019t have any of these symptoms? Have the all-clear from your doctor? Then let\u2019s learn how this self-massage is done in the video below, and get those sinuses clear!\n
References: tiphero.com, allrecipesguide.net,\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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