If you’ve been watching the news, you’re probably already aware that the number of confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the United States is growing. As a precautionary measure, we’d like to offer some recommendations and information about coronavirus as it relates to your care. Please read through the following FAQ and let us know if you have any questions or concerns.
Am I at risk? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offered the following advice:
The majority of the American public is unlikely to be exposed to this virus, so generally speaking, the immediate health risk posed by COVID-19 is considered low.
People in communities with a growing number of confirmed COVID-19 cases are at an elevated—though still relatively low—risk of exposure.
Like other viruses, COVID-19 cannot target people from specific populations, ethnicities, or racial backgrounds; exposure to the disease itself is the greatest risk factor associated with contracting it.
What are the symptoms?
Symptoms of coronavirus include:
Fever
Coughing
Shortness of breath
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, we ask that you contact your primary care physician for further advice. In the meantime, as a courtesy to your therapist, our clinic staff, and your fellow patients, please do not come into the clinic at this time. Instead, please contact us to reschedule your future appointments—even if it's last-minute—by calling 815-313-6333.
I'm only feeling a little sick. What should I do?
While it may be tempting to come in for your treatment if you “just have a cough,” we do ask that you reschedule your appointment if you are feeling at all sick. In the meantime (and if your strength allows), continue with your prescribed home exercise program, and reach out to your therapist via phone or in-app messaging if you have any questions.
I’ve been advised to stay home, what can I do to stay in contact with you?
We prioritize the health of our patients and want to keep you healthy as well as on track with your gains! We are offering digital appointments to our patients, either as phone call or a video call to guide you when it is to dangerous to leave the house.
How to schedule a Digital Appointment
Call 815-313-6333 or email us at info@catalystpts.com to request an appointment
We will walk you through the steps to attend your Digital Appointment
During your appointment we will address your symptoms and provide solutions, evaluate your exercises and movement and can provide a home assessment to optimize your success!
For a helpful set of recommendations on how to keep yourself and others protected from COVID-19 and other respiratory diseases year-round, follow this link.