Increased Eye Pressure - also called as high IOP (Intra Ocular Pressure) or OHT (Ocular Hypertension) - is a condition where the fluid in the eye create an abnormal pressure upon the inside of our eye.

This is a condition which may lead to Glaucoma - a disorder which, if left untreated, would result in progressive blindness.

High IOP should be treated. Fortunately, treatment is available by way of eye drops. However, the use of these eye drops is often accompanied with several side-effects. Moreover, they are rather expensive and in most cases, have to be pursued with life-long.

Unfortunately, there is no other 'proven' conclusive treatment for this condition.

However, Anecdotal evidence seems to suggest that the practice of Neti (saline nasal irrigation) can have a positive effect in the reduction of IOP.

Neti is a process of using a special neti pot to rinse your nasal passages through and thorough.

Whether it is just the practice of neti or the associated nostril drying process with short rapid breaths that brings relief is still to be ascertained. Either way, it would seem that incorporating this daily hygiene practice could help alleviate this dreadful condition.

If true, this would undoubtedly be a boon for the millions of sufferers worldwide.
For one, neti is a purely natural practice and it costs next to nothing.

But most importantly, it is a very beneficial practice for sinus and overall health. It has only benefits as opposed to the harmful and disturbing side effects of expensive medication.

In any case, due to its perfectly safe and beneficial nature, it would be good if glaucoma suspects and patients would consider adopting this - first in conjunction with their medication - and then, perhaps on a standalone basis if neti has the desired effect.