Nasal Cryotherapy (ClariFix) for Chronic Rhinitis in Austin, TX
Constant runny nose, congestion, and post-nasal drip that won't respond to sprays or antihistamines? ClariFix nasal cryotherapy targets the overactive nerves driving your symptoms — right in our Austin office, with no incisions and no surgery center required.
What Causes Chronic Rhinitis — and How Cryotherapy Helps
Chronic rhinitis — persistent runny nose, congestion, and post-nasal drip — is often driven by overactive nerves in the back of the nasal cavity. These nerves signal the nasal lining to produce excess mucus and cause swelling, independent of allergies or infection.
ClariFix nasal cryotherapy uses controlled freezing to disrupt these overactive nerve signals at their source. The ClariFix device delivers cryotherapy precisely to the posterior nasal nerve area in a brief in-office procedure — providing lasting symptom relief without daily medications.
- In-office procedure — local or IV sedation, no general anesthesia
- Typically completed in under 30 minutes
- No incisions, no stitches, minimal downtime
- FDA-cleared treatment for chronic rhinitis
- Performed at our Austin office — no surgery center required
Is ClariFix Right for You?
Chronic Nonallergic Rhinitis
Patients with chronic runny nose and congestion who test negative for allergies — or whose symptoms persist year-round regardless of allergen exposure — often have nonallergic (vasomotor) rhinitis driven by overactive nasal nerves. This condition responds poorly to antihistamines but is an excellent candidate for nasal cryotherapy, which targets the nerve signals directly rather than downstream symptoms.
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Many rhinitis patients cycle through antihistamines, nasal steroid sprays, anticholinergic nasal sprays, and decongestants with only partial relief or bothersome side effects. If you've tried multiple medications without adequate results, ClariFix offers a procedural alternative that addresses the root cause rather than masking symptoms — with lasting benefit after a single in-office treatment session.
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Even patients with known allergies often have a mixed picture — allergic inflammation plus overactive nerve activity. When allergy treatment (shots, drops, medications) adequately controls some symptoms but runny nose and congestion persist, nasal cryotherapy can address the neurogenic component that allergy treatment cannot reach, providing more complete symptom control.
Request EvaluationHow ClariFix Works
ClariFix uses a small probe inserted into the nasal cavity to apply controlled freezing to the posterior nasal nerve area — the region where overactive nerves enter the nasal lining. The cold disrupts these nerve signals, reducing mucus production and congestion at the source.
The procedure takes approximately 30 minutes and is performed in our Austin office under local or IV sedation — no surgery center, no general anesthesia. Most patients return to normal activity the same day and notice gradual improvement over 2–6 weeks.
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- ~30 minutes — no surgery center needed
- Local or IV sedation — no general anesthesia
- No incisions, no packing, no stitches
- Same-day return to normal activity
- Improvement builds gradually over 2–6 weeks
What to Expect During Nasal Cryotherapy
ClariFix is performed in the office using a nasal endoscope and the ClariFix cryotherapy probe. Local or IV sedation is used to keep you comfortable. The probe is positioned at the posterior nasal nerve location and controlled freezing is applied for a brief cycle — typically 30 seconds per side.
Patients may feel pressure or cold during the treatment but generally experience minimal discomfort. There is no packing, no stitches, and no external changes to the nose. Most patients leave the office and return to desk work or normal activities the same day.
- Local or IV sedation — no general anesthesia or surgery center
- ~30 minute in-office procedure
- No packing or stitches
- Same-day return to work for most patients
- Symptom improvement builds over 2–6 weeks
Single treatment session — most patients require no follow-up procedure.
Your ClariFix Experience at Capital ENT
In-Office Convenience
No operating room, no hospital, no general anesthesia. ClariFix is performed right in our ENT office under local anesthesia in about 30 minutes.
No Surgery Center RequiredFDA-Cleared
ClariFix is an FDA-cleared medical device for the treatment of chronic rhinitis, backed by clinical data demonstrating meaningful, durable symptom improvement in treated patients.
Clinically ProvenLasting Relief
Unlike daily medications, ClariFix provides lasting disruption of the overactive nerve signals driving your symptoms. Most patients maintain improvement without needing retreatment.
Durable ResultsAustin Office
ClariFix is performed at our Austin office — no hospital or surgery center required. Local or IV sedation is available for your comfort.
Austin LocationNasal Cryotherapy FAQ
Local anesthesia is applied to the treatment area before the procedure. Most patients feel pressure or a cold sensation during treatment but not significant pain. Some patients experience temporary nasal congestion or mild discomfort in the hours after treatment, similar to a cold — this typically resolves within 1–2 days.
Most patients experience long-lasting symptom relief after ClariFix. Because the treatment addresses overactive nerve signals at their source rather than masking downstream symptoms, results tend to be durable. In some cases symptoms can recur over time, and additional treatment may be required — your provider will discuss what to expect based on your specific situation.
Coverage for nasal cryotherapy varies by insurance plan and may require documentation of prior failed medical treatment. Our team will verify your benefits and work to obtain prior authorization before scheduling. We will provide full transparency about any out-of-pocket costs before the procedure.
Yes — nasal cryotherapy can be performed alongside turbinate reduction, septoplasty, and balloon sinuplasty, either in the office or in a combined surgical setting. For patients with both structural nasal obstruction and overactive rhinitis, addressing both problems simultaneously provides the most complete relief.
Tired of a Constant Runny Nose?
If medications haven't controlled your chronic rhinitis, nasal cryotherapy may be the solution. Our ENT specialists will evaluate your symptoms and determine if ClariFix is right for you.