NasalRX New Zealand: Concussion, Sinus and Headache Treatment

NasalRX in New Zealand: The Only Provider

Musculoskeletal Solutions, operating from our Kaiapoi clinic in North Canterbury, is the only clinic in New Zealand offering NasalRX (Cranial Facial Release). Patients travel from across New Zealand, including Auckland and Wellington, to access this treatment.

If you have chronic headaches, post-concussion symptoms, sinus congestion, breathing difficulties or head pressure that other treatments have not resolved, NasalRX may be the option you have not yet tried.

What is NasalRX?

NasalRX, also known as Cranial Facial Release (CFR), is a non-invasive, non-surgical endonasal procedure. A small balloon is gently inflated through the nasal passages, stimulating micro-structural movements in the nasal cavity and cranial bones.

The treatment is:

• Non-surgical and non-invasive

• Carried out in a 30-minute session

• Applied across six nasal passageways

• Performed without anaesthesia or significant downtime

The initial protocol for most patients is a series of five treatments. Some patients with long-standing structural fixation may benefit from a second series.

What conditions may NasalRX help with?

NasalRX has been used at our clinic to address a range of head, sinus and neurological conditions. Patients who have found the most benefit include those dealing with:

Concussion and post-concussion syndrome

Post-concussion symptoms — including head pressure, brain fog, difficulty concentrating, disrupted sleep, light sensitivity and persistent headaches — can persist for months or years after the initial injury. NasalRX works at the level of cranial bone motion and nasal structure, which conventional concussion management does not address. It is not a replacement for acute concussion care, but for patients with persistent post-concussion symptoms who have not found resolution elsewhere, it is an approach worth exploring.

Chronic headaches and migraine

Many patients with long-standing headaches have a structural component that standard treatments do not reach. NasalRX addresses the cranial and nasal structures involved in certain headache patterns, including sinus headaches, chronic daily headache and headaches with associated facial pressure.

Sinus congestion and breathing difficulties

For patients with chronic sinus obstruction, nasal congestion or restricted nasal breathing, NasalRX offers a non-surgical alternative. ENT balloon sinuplasty — the surgical equivalent — costs between $3,000 and $20,000 privately in New Zealand. NasalRX is significantly less expensive and does not require surgery or sedation.

Sleep apnoea and snoring

Nasal obstruction is a contributing factor in many cases of sleep-disordered breathing. NasalRX works to open the nasal passages and may reduce the structural restriction that contributes to snoring and some forms of sleep apnoea.

Head trauma and facial injuries

Following facial trauma or head injury, the bones of the skull and face can become restricted in their normal micro-motion. NasalRX addresses this structural restriction.

Other conditions patients have explored this treatment for:

• Vertigo and tinnitus

• Facial pain

• Brain fog and fatigue with a head or sinus component

• Trigeminal neuralgia

What to expect

Free tele-consultation first

We offer a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation for anyone considering NasalRX. This is a no-obligation conversation so you can ask questions and decide whether the treatment is right for your situation before committing to an appointment.

Your first appointment

Dr John Gibson will conduct a full assessment before any treatment begins. He will discuss your history, your specific symptoms and what to realistically expect based on your case.

The treatment

Each session takes approximately 30 minutes. The procedure is fast-acting and the majority of patients report noticing a change in sinus openness and head pressure immediately following treatment.

Payment

NasalRX is charged per treatment, payable before the session begins. Limited weekly slots are available. We recommend booking your tele-consultation first to confirm suitability.

Why Dr John Gibson

Dr John Gibson DC holds a Bachelor of Medical Science with Honours, a Master's in Chiropractic, and dual board certification from both the Australian and New Zealand Chiropractic Boards. He has more than 24 years of clinical experience and has conducted more than 100,000 patient consultations.

Dr Gibson has described NasalRX as the most clinically significant treatment he has encountered in 25 years of practice for conditions involving the head, sinuses and cranial structure. He has trained extensively in the technique and is the only practitioner providing it in New Zealand.

Book your free consultation

If you have been dealing with concussion symptoms, chronic headaches, sinus congestion or breathing difficulties that have not responded to other treatments, we invite you to book a free 15-minute tele-consultation to talk through your situation.

There is no obligation and no cost.

Call or text: 021 086 09913

Clinic: ENC House, Level 1, 143 Williams Street, Kaiapoi, North Canterbury

New patients are currently welcome.