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09/25/2020

Notice of Departure:

It is with both excitement and gratitude that I announce that as of October 1st, 2020, I will no longer be a part of the Precision Pain Solutions medical practice. I am leaving to work for Trend Physicians Group and become a part of the team at Trend Healthcare. I will continue to see patients in Hurst, Dallas, and other areas in DFW.

It has been my honor and my privilege to provide quality Pain Management healthcare for fifteen and a half years with this practice. Precision Pain Solutions will now be led solely by my current partner, Dr. Kamlesh Sisodiya. I would like to thank all of the current and past employees who have been a part of our team for their service to us and our patients!

I look forward to finishing out my medical career with my new team, and bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to this new endeavor. My patients have been made aware that they are able to follow me to my new practice. I wish Precision Pain Solutions much success as they continue on their journey!

Sincerely,

Dr. Torrence Stepteau

06/22/2020

Monday Morning Medical Minute With Precision Pain Solutions:

Chronic condition
The definition of chronicity is constant; continuing a long time or recurring frequently.

Chronic diseases are broadly defined conditions that last one year or more and require ongoing medical attention or limit activities of daily living.

Chronic pain is ongoing pain and usually lasts longer than six months. This type of pain can continue even after the injury or illness that caused it has healed or gone.

No one wants a chronic diagnosis or disease label! All human beings have common three experiences: life, death and grief. Grief can happen after many such reasons as loss of someone or something, trauma or getting a chronic disease.

Chronic pain patients feel considerable losses due to the impacts on their lives. They feel inability to engage in meaningful relationships, activities or with themselves. More specifically, they can feel employee-related losses, loss of roles and abilities, financial losses and a loss of identity and hope. Also, they may also feel misunderstood by those around them and significantly changed.

There are 7 stages of grieving processes for Chronic Pain:
•Denial. In this stage, one is in a state of shock and refusal.
•Pleading, Bargaining & Desperation: This is the stage where one wants more than anything for life to be what it once was.
•Anger.
•Anxiety and Depression.
•Loss of Self and Confusion.
•Re-evaluation of Life, Roles and Goals.
•Acceptance.

After acceptance, the most important thing is to follow through the treatments plans set out by the professionals and stay in the course. It will take some time and patience, but you will regain control of your life! It’s not surprising – dealing with a chronic disease day in, day out, can lead to feelings of desperation and futility.

But despair not! We now have many treatments that manage your chronic pain conditions with supplements, medications, specific injections, implantable devices, regenerative medicine and even newer techniques on the horizon.

We will explore certain chronic pain conditions and treatments in our future posts.
God Bless! Stay safe and hopeful.

Kamlesh Sisodiya, M.D.

06/08/2020

Monday Morning Medical Minute with Precision Pain Solutions:

Good morning, I am Dr. Torrence Stepteau, one of the partner physicians of Precision Pain Solutuons, a Division of American Pain and Wellness. Today I will conclude my series, part 3 of 3 on nutrition, as I continue to provide information on foods you can and should incorporate into your diet to strengthen your immune system as we still combat the Covid-19 Pandemic. Foods previously discussed include citrus fruits, red bell peppers, broccoli, garlic, ginger, spinach, and yogurt. Let’s now continue on.

Almonds:
When it comes to preventing and fighting off colds, vitamin E tends to take a backseat to vitamin C. However, this powerful antioxidant is a key to a healthy immune system. It is a far soluble vitamin, which means it requires the presence of fat to be absorbed properly. Nuts such as almonds are packed with vitamin E, and also have healthy fats.
Adults need about 15mg of vitamin E each day. A half cup serving of almonds, which is about 46 while shelled almonds, provides 100% of the daily recommended amount.

Turmeric:
You may know turmeric as a key ingredient in curries. This bright, yellow, bitter spice has also been used for years as an anti-inflammatory in treating both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Green Tea:
Both green and black teas are packed with flavonoids, a type of antioxidant. Where green tea really excels is in the level of epigallocatechin gallate( EGCG), another powerful antioxidant. In studies, EGCG has shown to enhance immune function. The fermentation process black tea goes through destroys a lot of the ECGC. Green tea on the other hand is steamed and not fermented, so EGCG is preserved. Green tea is also a good source of the amino acid L-theanine. L-theanine may aid in the production of germ fighting compounds in your T- Cells, which are important in fighting infections.

Papaya:
Papaya is another fruit loaded with vitamin C. You can find double the daily recommended amount of vitamin C in a single medium fruit. Papayas also have digestive enzymes called papain that have anti-inflammatory effects. Papayas also have decent amounts of potassium, magnesium, and folate, all of which are beneficial to your overall health.

Kiwi:
Like papayas, kiwis are naturally full of a ton of essential nutrients, including folate, potassium, vitamin K, and vitamin C.

Poultry:
When you’re sick and you reach for chicken soup, it’s more than just the placebo effect that makes you feel better. The soup may help lower inflammation, which can improve the symptoms of a cold. Poultry such as chicken and turkey, is high in vitamin B-6. Vitamin B-6 is an important player in many of the chemical reactions that happen in the body. It’s also vital to the formation of new and healthy red blood cells, which are used to carry oxygen throughout the body.

Shellfish:
Shellfish are packed with zinc. Our body needs zinc so that our immune cells can function as intended. Varieties of shellfish that are high in zinc include: 1) oysters, 2) crab, 3) lobster, and 4)mussels. The daily recommended amount of zinc in your diet is 11 mg in men, and 8 mg for most adult women.

It is my hope that the topics my partner and I have shared on health, wellness, proper nutrition, exercise, improved sleep, chronic fatigue syndrome, and CBD oil have been helpful and enlightening to our patients and other readers. We will now continue to discuss more chronic pain related topics in the future. I would be remiss if I didn’t reiterate the importance of the previously discussed topics to our overall well being as we as a society continue to take on the Covid-19 pandemic as well as take on the newest fight against systemic racism in our country and around the world.

Torrence Stepteau, M.D.

06/01/2020

Monday Morning Medical Minute With Precision Pain Solutions:

I am Dr. Kamlesh Sisodiya, one of the partners of Precision Pain Solutions, a division of American Pain and Wellness. Today I am sharing with you the benefits of CBD oil for chronic pain patients.

What is CBD oil?
Cannabis indica and sativa are the two main Ma*****na strains that produce the pharmacological principles known as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). CBD oil is mostly cannabidiol and trace THC. CBD can also be extracted from H**p plant which has less amount of THC.

CBD versus THC
CBD has therapeutic value and is non addicting.
THC is euphoric and has addicting properties.
Studies have shown and extrapolated the exact dosage of CBD to provide analgesic and antianxiety properties without the risk of addiction and euphoria classically produced by THC.

What is the Cannabinoid system?
The cannabinoid system is named for the plant that led to its discovery - is one of the most important physiologic systems involved in establishing and maintaining human health.
In humans, the Endocannabinoids and their receptors are found throughout the body: in the brain, organs, connective tissues, glands, and immune cells.

How does CBD work?
CBD works through the mechanism that binds specific receptors involved in anxiety and pain in the body. By binding at those receptors it blunts the pain sensation and lessens the anxiety effects. It also aids in helping to sleep.

What role can it play in chronic pain patients ?
The advancement for the evidence-based application of cannabis in medicine with CBD offers a safe alternative to THC and opioids for chronic pain. It can help with back pain, sciatica, diabetic, cancer and post-trauma pain. It also alleviates insomnia and anxiety in this group of patients.

You do not need a prescription for it. It is a supplement, but in Texas only CBD is approved for the medicinal use. THC is illegal. Make sure to get CBD oil that is 99.7% CBD and less than 0.3% THC.

So try out CBD products if you have any pain, anxiety or insomnia.

Talk to your physician or give us a call if you have any questions about CBD oil.

Be safe with the Covid-19 pandemic and the civil unrest. We understand that this country is undergoing a lot of grief, pain and strife and we stand with all of those affected. Do your part to bring normalcy and harmony back to our country. God Bless!

05/18/2020

Monday Morning Medical Minute With Precision Pain Solutions:

Nutrition Part 2 of 3:

Good morning, I am Dr. Torrence Stepteau, one of the partner physicians of Precision Oaun Solutions, a division of American Pain and Wellness. Two weeks ago my topic of discussion was on proper diet and nutrition, and I discussed 15 foods that help to strengthen your immune system. Today I will dig deeper into almost half of those foods. Let’s get started.

Citrus Fruits:
- Grapefruit, oranges, clementines, tangerines, lemons, and limes make up the foods in this category. Because your body doesn’t produce or store it, you need vitamin C for continued health. The recommended daily amount for most adults is 75mg for women and 99 mg for men. If you opt for supplements, avoid taking more than 200 mg per day.

Red Bell Peppers
- If you think citrus fruits have the most vitamin C of any fruit or vegetable, think again. Ounce for ounce, red bell peppers contain almost 3 times as much vitamin C (127mg) as a Florida orange (45mg). They are a rich source of beta carotene also. Besides boosting your immune system, vitamin C may help you maintain healthy skin.

Broccoli:
- Broccoli is supercharged with vitamins and minerals. Packed with vitamins A, C, and E, as well as fiber and many antioxidants, broccoli is one of the healthiest vegetables you can put on your plate. The key to keeping it’s power intact is to cook it as little as possible, with steaming being the best option.

Garlic:
- Garlic is found in almost every cuisine in the world. It adds a little zing to food, and it’s a must have for your health. Early civilizations recognized it’s value in fighting infections. Garlic may also slow down hardening of the arteries, and there is weak evidence that it helps lower blood pressure. Garlic’s immune-boosting propertied seem to come from a heavy concentration of sulfur containing compounds such as allicin.

Ginger:
- Ginger is another ingredient many turn to after getting sick. Ginger may help decrease inflammation, which can help reduces sore throat and inflammatory illness. Ginger is also believed to help decrease symptoms of chronic pain, and it also possess cholesterol lowering properties.

Spinach:
- Spinach is listed because it is rich in vitamin C. It is also packed with numerous antioxidants and beta carotene, which may both increase the infection fighting ability of our immune systems. Similar to broccoli, spinach is healthiest when it is cooked as little as possible so that it retains it’s nutrients.

Yogurt:
- Look for yogurts that have the phrase “ live and active cultures “ printed on the label, like Greek yogurt. These cultures may stimulate your immune system to help fight diseases. Try to get plain yogurt rather than those flavored and loaded with sugar. Instead use healthy fruits or a drizzle of honey to flavor your yogurt. Yogurt can be a great source of vitamin D which helps regulate the immune system and is thought to boost our body’s natural defenses against disease.

This is a lot to digest(no pun intended), thus I have chosen to break the information up. This information all comes from excerpts i found when researching this topic because it is currently relevant to our needs to do what we can to be healthier as we attempt to fight off the Covid-19 pandemic. Please check in with us next week, when my partner, Dr. Kamlesh Sisodiya will discuss another topic relevant to Pain Management. In two weeks, I will conclude my nutrition segment on foods which strengthen your immune system. Remember to be safe, and continue to practice physical distancing while remaining socially supportive.

Torrence Stepteau, M.D.

05/11/2020

Monday Morning Minute with Precision Pain solutions.

Good Morning! I am Dr. Kamlesh Sisodiya,MD. My partner, Dr. Torrence Stepteau brought you some wisdom about nutrition last week. Today, I bring you a very elusive, complex but real condition that some of our chronic pain patients present with.
Some of these symptoms may seem familiar to covid-19 infections.

What is CFS- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?

CFS is a complex, debilitating illness. CFS can also be referred to as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME). CFS can affect anyone, though it’s most common among women in their 40s and 50s. CFS occurs in about 836,000 to 2.5 million Americans. It’s estimated, however, that 85-90 percent have yet to receive a diagnosis.

CFS may be diagnosed after six months or more of extreme fatigue that is not improved by bed rest and may get worse after activities that use physical or mental energy.

Symptoms affect different parts of the body and can include unrefreshing sleep, weakness, muscle and joint pain, problems with concentration or memory, and headaches. Symptoms may be mild to severe. They may come and go, or they may last for weeks, months, or years. They also can happen over time or come on suddenly.

What causes CFS?
No one knows for sure what causes CFS. Many people say it started after a flu-like illness or other infection, such as a cold or stomach bug. It also can follow infection with the Epstein-Barr virus (the virus that causes mononucleosis or "mono"). I in 10 persons infected with EBV, Ross River virus, or Coxiella burnetii will develop a condition that meets the criteria for a CFS diagnosis.

Some people with CFS report that it started after a time of great physical stress, such as following surgery. Mental stress as well as hormonal imbalances are also implicated as possible causes. It is also believed that genetics may play a role. CDC suggested that CFS may be the end stage of multiple different conditions, rather than one specific condition.

What are some of the symptoms?

The symptoms of CFS can come and go or a person may have these symptoms all of the time. At first, one may feel like she has the flu. The main symptoms include:
• Feeling extremely exhausted for more than 24 hours after physical or mental exercise
• Not feeling refreshed after sleeping, or having trouble sleeping
• Having a hard time concentrating, or problems with attention and memory
• Feeling dizzy or faint when sitting up or standing (due to a drop in blood pressure)
• Muscle pain or aches
• Pain or aches in joints without swelling or redness
• Headaches of a new type, pattern, or strength
• Tender lymph nodes in the neck or under the arm
• Sore throat that is constant or goes away and comes back often

Less-common symptoms of CFS include:
• Visual problems (blurring, sensitivity to light, eye pain)
• Psychological symptoms (irritability, mood swings, panic attacks, anxiety)
• Chills and night sweats
• Low grade fever or low body temperature
• Irritable bowel
• Allergies and sensitivities to foods, odors, chemicals, medications, and sound
• Numbness, tingling, or burning sensations in the face, hands, or feet

Symptoms of CFS vary widely from person to person and may be serious or mild. Most symptoms are invisible to others, which can make it hard for friends, family members, and the public to understand the challenges a person with CFS faces. If you think you may have CFS, talk to your doctor.

How to diagnose?

Because many symptoms of CFS are also symptoms of other illnesses or side effects of medicine, your doctor will need to do physical exams and tests to help determine if you have CFS.

There are no standard lab tests to diagnose CFS. Everything has to be ruled out before this complex diagnosis is labeled.

As we progress through this epidemic we will also have to rule out Covid-19 as a possible cause, though nothing definitive suggests that Covid-19 infection will lead to CFS.

What is the treatment?

Right now, there is no cure or FDA-approved treatments for CFS. But, there are things you and your doctor can do to help ease your symptoms. Because the symptoms of CFS vary from person to person, the management plan you discuss with your doctor may look very different from the plan of another person with CFS.

Making some lifestyle changes may help reduce your symptoms.
Limiting or eliminating your caffeine intake can help you sleep better and ease your insomnia. You should limit or avoid ni****ne and alcohol too.
Try to avoid napping during the day if it’s hurting your ability to sleep at night.
Create a sleep routine. Go to bed at the same time every night and aim to wake up around the same time every day.

In many cases, CFS can trigger or be a symptom of depression. You may need low-dose antidepressant therapy or referral to a mental health provider to help with this.

You might find that joining a support group can be helpful as you’re making decisions and transitions.

Hope you are keeping safe and energetic. God Bless!

05/04/2020

Monday Morning Medical Minute With Precision Pain Solutions:

Good morning, I am Dr. Torrence Stepteau, one of the partner physicians with Precision Pain Solutions, a Division of American Pain and Wellness. For the past 4-5 weeks, my partner and I have been sharing videos and writing articles to provide information that will allow our patients, and our internet community at large, to better prepare themselves from a health and wellness standpoint, while battling the Covid-19 global pandemic. We have discussed topics such as the importance of regular exercise, improved sleep, as well as stress management. Today’s topic will briefly discuss proper nutrition and how it can help improve your immunity to help fight infection, and cancer.

The following is an excerpt from and article I recently read discussing proper nutrition and it’s benefits:

A diet rich in fruits and vegetables is recommended by cancer experts as well as registered dietitians. The American Cancer Society and the American Institute for Cancer Research recommend eating 5 or more servings of a variety of vegetables and fruits each day to ensure that your cancer risk is as low as it can be. The United States Department of Agriculture ( USDA) 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends about 3 cups of vegetables per day and 2 cups of fruit per day for women, and 4 cups of vegetables and 2.5 cups of fruit per day in men. In previous posts, I have been a big proponent of do as I do not just as I say. I must admit, I have been delinquent in following this nutrition advice, but I am a work in progress, and promise to get better, and you can too!

Nutrition experts say that variety is key, because different fruits and vegetables have different nutrients. One way to eat a variety of fruits and vegetables is to eat foods with all the colors of rainbow. Green is brocoli, red is red peppers, yellow is bananas, purple can be egg plant or grapes, and orange is an orange. Also, try to eat dark vegetables( think spinach, collard greens, or kale) at one meal, and orange( carrots, sweet potatoes, or squash) the next.

Just as improved sleep, exercise, and decrease stress all decrease cortisol levels in your body, and thus improve immunity, proper nutrition plays a vital role as well. The topic of nutrition is too in depth for just one article, so I will leave you with a few thoughts that I will expand upon in future articles. There are at least 15 foods that are known to boost the immune system. These include 1. citrus fruits, 2. red bell peppers, 3. broccoli, 4. garlic, 5. ginger, 6. spinach, 7. yogurt, 8. almonds, 9. sunflower seeds, 10. turmeric, 11. green tea, 12. papaya, 13. kiwi, 14. poultry, and 15. shellfish. I will go in to more detail on the boosted immunity benefits of these foods in my next post, but until then, try to digest some of this information( no pun intended), and incorporate some if not all of these recommendations into your daily diet. I know that is my plan, and we can continue on this improved fitness and improved health and wellness journey together.

Thank you for your time,

Torrence Stepteau, M.D.

04/27/2020

Monday Morning Medical Minute With Precision Pain Solutions:

Good Morning. I am Kamlesh Sisodiya, MD. with Precision Pain Solutions.

Here is your prescription for sleep!

PRESCRIPTION:
Get Solid Sleep
DIRECTION:
6-8 hours of sleep nightly
REFILL: Forever

What is sleep? How is it affected by chronic pain?

Our bodies require sleep in order to maintain proper function and health. In fact, we are programmed to sleep each night to restore our bodies and minds. Our internal biological clock and the sleep-wake cycle “switch” are the two internal systems that largely determine the timing of our transitions from wakefulness to sleep and vice versa. These two factors also explain why, under normal conditions, we typically stay awake during the day and sleep at night.

Out of all medical conditions, pain is the number one cause of insomnia. People with chronic pain cite trouble falling asleep as one of the most prevalent types of sleep disruption. Waking up during the night and waking earlier than desired are also frequent problems.

But there are somethings you can do to help get restful sleep. Start by tracking your pain symptoms and sleep patterns, and then make healthy changes to your daytime habits and bedtime routine:
•Keep a regular sleep/wake schedule.
•Get some exercise during daytime.
•Develop a bedtime ritual, such as taking a warm bath or light reading
•Limit or eliminate caffeine four to six hours before bed.
•Avoid alcohol and heavy meals before going to bed.
•Turn off your TV, smartphone, iPad and computer a couple of hours before your bedtime.

You also can also adopt relaxation techniques to help induce sleep. These include:
•Give yourself an extra hour before bed to relax and unwind,
•Take time to write down worries and plans for the following day
•Meditate
•Do deep breathing exercises

Finally, create a comfortable sleeping environment. For example:
•Make sure your bedroom is dark, quiet and well-ventilated.
•Make sure your mattress, bedding and pillows are comfortable.

So get your prescription of solid sleeping and dreaming! Stay safe and healthy. God Bless!

Kamlesh Sisodiya, M.D.

04/20/2020

Monday Morning Medical Minute With Precision Pain Solutions:

As we prepare for the loosening of the stay at home restrictions, a few questions have come to my mind. First, what are some of the changes we must make to our previous pain procedure routines to ensure the safety of the patients, the staff, and ourselves? Next, what changes must be made to ensure those same safeties when we reopen our offices?

In the state of Texas, we have tested fewer people per capita than any other state in the country. Therefore, we have no idea what the true positive test rate for our state truly is. We have done a good job of flattening the curve, as our health system has not been overwhelmed with Covid-19 patients. As we ease the stay at home restrictions, in order to keep it that way, it is prudent to alter our routines. Dr. Kamlesh Sisodiya and I have talked about ways in which we can do this. In a few weeks when we resume our surgery and procedure schedules we will limit the number of our patients who are scheduled to be at the surgery center at the same time. Likely, no more than 2-3 in a given hour. Next, we will insist on the patient’s transportation person waiting in their cars instead of in the waiting room. Lastly, we will ourselves have to wear PPE while performing our procedures as well as while providing anesthesia sedation for each other’s procedures. Sitting at the head of the patient with the nasal cannula providing 2-3 liters of supplemental oxygen to the sedated patient is a potential virus spreading point, so wearing PPE is a must. The staff in the operating room will also need PPE. Next, for our procedure patients, the surgery center staff will have policies and procedures to decontaminate/ sterilize the pre-op bays and operating rooms even more rigorously than before Covid-19. Lastly, we will likely continue to postpone non urgent procedures for our elderly patients and our patients with significant co-morbidities as these patients are still considered to be high risk.

With regards to our office practice changes, we will again have protocols in place to decontaminate the rooms after each patient encounter, and also limit the number of patients scheduled per hour in the office. We will also likely insist that only the patient being seen come in to the office while other family and friends wait in the car. Again, we providers and our office staff will need to at the very least, wear masks and gloves as we attempt to preserve the other PPE. One thought being considered is to continue telemedicine visits and limit face to face office visits to new patients and or patients who must be seen in the office. This remains a fluid situation, and discovered best practices will likely lead to changes in protocols. These changes in our routines will likely be necessary until a vaccine is readily available for the masses. Please continue to practice physical distancing and remain socially supportive as we all continue to battle this pandemic. Continue to follow our site as we will share updates as we see fit.

Torrence Stepteau, M.D.

04/13/2020

Monday Morning Medical Minute With Precision Pain Solutions:

Good Morning. I am Kamlesh Sisodiya, MD. with Precision Pain Solutions. This Monday Morning Medical Minute, I bring you the benefits of exercising for people with chronic pain.

As we all are practicing social distancing and staying put at home, we are restricted from going to gyms, community recreational centers, and many other places where we can walk, swim and exercise. However, this is a good time to get back on track with home exercise programs.

If there was one prescription that I had to write for chronic patients, It would be:

EXERCISE-walking, biking, swimming, yoga, stretching or resistance training (as tolerated )

DIRECTIONS: 3 to 4 times a week 20-30 minutes.

REFILL: forever

Resting for short periods can help with pain. However, too much rest may actually make it worse and put you at greater risk of injury, decreased flexibility, decreased strength, increased weight, and even more pain. Research has shown that regular exercise eases pain in the long run by improving muscle tone, strength, and flexibility. Exercise may also cause a release of endorphins, the body's natural painkillers. Some exercises are easier for certain chronic pain sufferers to do than others.

There are many online websites, channels and books where you can learn how to stretch, do yoga and do body weight exercises. Do what you can do without over extending yourself.

When you first start your exercising you may find that you get muscle pain and soreness for a couple of days to a couple of weeks. That is your body’s reaction and good inflammation that aids in increasing strength, flexibility and conditioning of muscles. Start slow , may be 10-15 mins of exercise and then increase everyday with a minute or two. In 2-3 weeks , you will build enough strength and endurance to carry out 20-30 minutes of exercise with ease. Keep your body moving! Nutritious sensible eating paired with an exercise program, will help keep your weight at bay and increase your energy. It can also result in more flexibility, strength, and less pain. And an overall more positive approach to your daily life.

So go get your exercise prescription filled now ! Stay healthy and safe. God bless!

04/06/2020

Monday Morning Medical Minute with Precision Pain Solutions:

As many of us continue to abide by the stay and shelter ordinances in our respective cities and states, we are dealing with the stress and anxiety associated with loss of jobs and income, or changes in how we execute our responsibilities of our jobs and or companies. For this reason, this week’s topic is focused on how stress and anxiety can negatively impact or exacerbate both acute and chronic pain symptoms.

Pain is often defined as an emotional or physical response to an uncomfortable physical or perceived stimulus. Many of my patients can attest to the fact that we at some time have discussed how chronic pain is perceived as being worse when someone hates their job, hates their financial situation, is unhappy with their spouse or their children. In those instances, rarely will a change in medication regimen, or an interventional pain management injection or procedure completely alleviate their acute flare up in pain. The root cause of what is driving the increased pain must be addressed before the other therapies can be most effective.

As we deal with the Covid-19 pandemic, managing our stress and anxiety is paramount to our overall health and well being. One of the best ways to accomplish this is to devote time several times per week to regular aerobic exercise, stretching, prayer,and meditation. In this instance, I am recommending that you do as I do, and not just do as I say. Regular exercise specifically can help to boost your immune system, and help you fight against experiencing severe symptoms should you contract the virus. Notice, I did not say it will prevent you from contracting the virus. Stretching helps your muscles recover after your exercise insult. Meditation helps bring you back to your emotional center. Prayer allows you time, no matter what religion you practice, to communicate with the higher being you believe in, which in turn keeps you centered spiritually. Physical, emotional, and spiritual health and well being is the key to getting through the crises we all are dealing with! In closing, please remember to practice social distancing, wash your hands, and continue to follow the CDC guidelines; Also, when it comes to your medical health, listen to your doctor and the medical and science experts!

Thank you for your time,

Torrence Stepteau, M.D.

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