Salin Plus Salt Therapy Questions & Answers (page 3 of 11)

The Salin Plus has had very good feedback from customers using in their treatment plan for COPD.
Whilst the sea air does contain some salt, it would differ from the salt used in our devices and may be less concentrated.

The Salt Therapy provided by the device will assist in loosening the mucous in your daughters lungs, generally making it easier to clear.
Some customers also report less chest infections with the use of the Salin Plus Salt Therapy device in conjunction with their treatment plan for CF.

This issue will arise when the device is used in high humidity.
Information below from our website

CAN I USE SALIN PLUS IN HUMID ENVIRONMENTS
You can use Salin Plus in humid environments so long as your room is well insulated from the moisture outside. Avoid leaving your windows open when the humidity levels are high. Use a hygrometer to measure the relative Humidity level, try to keep it around 50 to 60%.

We do not recommend using Salin Plus in a damp room, as the salt filter absorbs the moisture in the air. You would be amazed how much moisture is in the air when the room is damp. If the filter absorbs this moisture, it acts like a sponge and ultimately can leak the water it has absorbed. The filter is much more effective when it is dry.

Having sold over 30,000 devices all across Australia in our first 4 years, we have seen this filter issue in around 1% of cases, typically in parts of Queensland where it can get very humid at certain times of the year. It comes down to the level of moisture in your home, which will vary depending on the structure of the home, and type of ventilation and air conditioning used.

If your home uses an evaporative air conditioner which emits moisture into the air that can cause moisture issues for the Salin Plus filter, whereas other types of air conditioners help to dry out the room and therefore help reduce the risk of any moisture issues.

The best way to protect your filter, is to remove the moisture from the air, and the best way to do this is with a dehumidifier. There are many different brands on the market to choose from. They are popular as they help reduce dust mite activity and mold spores which also effect respiratory conditions and no one likes a damp home.

Hello Ann
Do you know what is causing the nose bleeds? Dryness, allergies, infection....etc?
Unless the bleeds are occurring due to allergies or sinus issues, then I would suggest the device may not assist with the nose bleeds.
If they are a side effect of allergies or sinus issues, I would suggest that trying the device may be a good idea.
You will note on our website that we offer a 60 Day Money Back Guarantee.

yes

Happy to hear you are loving the device.
An on/off switch has never been part of the design for the device. You can remove the plug from the rear of the device or turn off at the wall. Some customers advise they have the device connected to a timer - no more forgetting to to turn on or off.
4-6 months filter life is based on 8 hours use per day.

No, you cannot replace the salt in the filter.
Replacement filters would need to be purchased.

Instructions included with the device advise the risk of use in high humidity. As you have experienced, the excess moisture in the air will collect in the filter and then disperse. You can remove the filter from the device and put in the sun to dry out. Use a soft dry cloth to wipe out the interior of the device.
A dehumidifier can be used in conjunction with the device to maintain a normal humidity.
The device should not be operated with humidifiers or evaporative ac's.

There is a possibility that the device may assist in these circumstances. Should you go ahead with a purchase, please note the 60 Day Money Back Guarantee when purchasing from salinplus.com. We would be interested to hear from you if you do go ahead and make a purchase.

The device disperses less than 0.1g of salt in 24 hr period. This is a safe level for those with high BP, on low salt diets etc. You will be fine to use overnight prior to an anaesthetic.

The device does not disperse sufficient salt (less than 0.1g in a 24 hour period) to cause issues with blood pressure or for those on a low salt diet - I assume this is what you were referring to?

Yes, it is ok to have the device facing your child. It should be approximately 1 meter from his face.

Hello Fifi
I am unsure where you read such information and if it was actually in relation to salt?
After 6+ years on the market in Australia and more than 15 years on the EU market, there has never been any report of the device causing 'serious lung problems'.
The Salin Plus device disperses micro salt particles which are consequently inhaled. The salt assists in loosening mucous so it can be excreted - you can read more about this on our website.
Whilst I understand your concern if you have read such information, I can assure you that the device is safe to use for all the family, including children and infants. The salt filter contains all natural ingredients "Your filter cartridge contains 100% natural purified rock salt, rich in vital minerals, allowing you to carry out your ‘salt room therapy’ at home. The ingredients include over 98% sodium chloride, with the trace elements calcium chloride, magnesium and iodine."
At the risk of sounding condescending, If inhaling salt (in micro particle form) could cause such issues, those residing by the ocean would be at great risk.

I have not heard of any other cases like this from using the device.
Are you certain it is the device - stop using for 2-3 nights to determine if it is definitely the device.

Yes and no. It is fine to operate the device in a brick room with no windows etc, you will still receive the benefits of the Salt Therapy.
I would suggest that the room you describe may have some damp issues, thus suggesting a high moisture level/humidity.
The device should not be operated in high humidity.

Filters purchased at salinplus.com are currently $44.95.
Additional discounts are also available.
Purchasing 3 filters per year equates to less than $15 per month - considerably cheaper that a daily visit to Salt Rooms.

Assuming you are receiving benefit of the salt air living by the beach, the device may not deliver any further benefits.
Are you seeking an alternate therapy for a specific condition or just making a comparison?

There is a possibility that the filter in your oxygen device could filter out the sub 5 micro particles of salt.
I would suggest that you can use the device during the day - night use is purely a suggestion.
Have the device set up where you spend most of your daytime hours - office, reading, watching television etc.
Ensure the device is close and pointing straight at you.

Hello Maria
As you mentioned previously that you live in an area that is humid, this may be causing the issue.
Use in humid conditions can cause the excess moisture in the air to collect in the filter. This moisture in the filter may cause a musty smell when operating, given that the salt could be damp. If sufficient moisture is 'collected' in the filter, the filter can become saturated and disperse this water.
You can eliminate this humidity issue by running a dehumidifier to control the humidity level.
Alternatively, you can contact the supplier for UK/EU as this is where your filter was supplied from.
Michelle - Salin Plus