The quarantine videos were developed as a service to our clients and community while our doors are closed during the COVID-19 shelter in place order. The videos are free and open to the public while the shelter in place order remains active. Please share with friends and family. If you are a current wellness member or have purchased a class package, your Quarantine sessions will not be deducted from your account. Recently some viewers have indicated they would like to make contributions for our time and efforts in creating and posting these videos. This was never our intent. We realize that we are not alone in facing financial hardship at this time and the workouts will continue to be open to everyone at no cost during our mandated quarantine. However, if you wish to make a contribution, you may do so by emailing me at kevin.ascentpt@gmail.com. 

If you are sick, click here to read what the CDC recommends  

Source: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/how-covid-spreads.html

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COVID-19 is a new disease and we are still learning about how it spreads and the severity of illness it causes.

The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person.

• Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet).
• Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes or talks.
• These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.

• Some recent studies have suggested that COVID-19 may be spread by people who are not showing symptoms.
• Maintaining good social distance (about 6 feet) is very important in preventing the spread of COVID-19.

Spread from contact with contaminated surfaces or objects

It may be possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes. This is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads, but we are still learning more about this virus. CDC recommends people practice frequent “hand hygiene,” which is either washing hands with soap or water or using an alcohol-based hand rub. CDC also recommends routine cleaning of frequently touched surfaces.

How easily the virus spreads

How easily a virus spreads from person-to-person can vary. Some viruses are highly contagious, like measles, while other viruses do not spread as easily. Another factor is whether the spread is sustained, which means it goes from person-to-person without stopping.

• The virus that causes COVID-19 is spreading very easily and sustainably between people.
• Information from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic suggest that this virus is spreading more efficiently than influenza, but not as efficiently as measles, which is highly contagious.

COVID-19 is thought to spread mainly through close contact from person-to-person in respiratory droplets from someone who is infected. People who are infected often have symptoms of illness. Some people without symptoms may be able to spread virus.

Source:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/diy-cloth-face-coverings.html

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Use of Cloth Face Coverings to Help Slow the Spread of COVID-19

How to Wear a Cloth Face Covering

Cloth face coverings should—

• fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face
• be secured with ties or ear loops
• include multiple layers of fabric
• allow for breathing without restriction
• be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape

CDC on Homemade Cloth Face Coverings

CDC recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies), especially in areas of significant community-based transmission.

CDC also advises the use of simple cloth face coverings to slow the spread of the virus and help people who may have the virus and do not know it from transmitting it to others.  Cloth face coverings fashioned from household items or made at home from common materials at low cost can be used as an additional, voluntary public health measure.

Cloth face coverings should not be placed on young children under age 2, anyone who has trouble breathing, or is unconscious, incapacitated or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance.

The cloth face coverings recommended are not surgical masks or N-95 respirators.  Those are critical supplies that must continue to be reserved for healthcare workers and other medical first responders, as recommended by current CDC guidance.

Should cloth face coverings be washed or otherwise cleaned regularly? How regularly?

Yes. They should be routinely washed depending on the frequency of use.

How does one safely sterilize/clean a cloth face covering?

A washing machine should suffice in properly washing a face covering.

How does one safely remove a used cloth face covering?

Individuals should be careful not to touch their eyes, nose, and mouth when removing their face covering and wash hands immediately after removing.

A: There will be no penalties for cancellations and missed appointments related to respiratory illnesses until further notice.

A: We are screening all patients according to guidance from the CDC and our local public health department. This includes:

–      Taking everyone’s temperature before they enter for their appointment

–      Screening on the phone and when people arrive that they are not exhibiting any symptoms related to coronavirus

A: We always have patient safety in mind and disinfect all surfaces on a regular basis, regardless of the coronavirus outbreak. Here are a few extra things we are doing to ensure your health:

• Every patient and therapist will wear a mask. If you do not have one, we will provide you with one for the day’s treatment.
• We will be disinfecting our gym space that is touched using CDC approved disinfectants. 
• We are following distancing guidelines to minimize exposure while maximizing therapeutic benefits. 
• We have adjusted patient schedules to limit the amount of people in our clinic to 2 (one patient, one therapist) to adhere to distancing guidelines
• We are taking all cleaning and hygiene precautions recommended by the CDC.

A: If you are experiencing any sickness, please wait to schedule an appointment until you are symptom free, without the use of symptom reducing medication, for 24 hours.

If you have fever or symptoms such as cough or shortness of breath and have either traveled internationally or had close contact with someone who’s suspected or confirmed to have coronavirus, please call your primary healthcare provider prior to attending an appointment.