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Call Us Today: 952-841-2345

Call Us Today: 952-841-2345

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COVID-19 Update

Your health and safety are our priority.

Facemasks are no longer required to enter our facilities, though they are encouraged.

Onsite health and safety protocols:

  • COVID-19 screenings – All patients are screened for COVID-19 symptoms prior to their appointment.
  • PPE – Our staff meticulously adheres to CDC guidelines regarding the wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Sanitation – Our facilities undergo regular sterilization procedures, with individual appointment rooms being disinfected after every use.

Telemedicine

Many appointment types can be completed from your home via telemedicine. Learn more about telemedicine >


Please help us keep our patients and staff safe.

If you have a fever, difficulty breathing, dry cough, recent loss of taste or smell, OR have tested positive for COVID-19 or had a high-risk exposure* in the past five days, DO NOT come to your appointment. Please call us as soon as possible during regular business hours at (952) 841-2345 for a brief assessment. Hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30-4:00.

*High-risk exposure: Been unmasked and less than 6 feet away from an individual with a confirmed positive case of COVID-19 for more than 15 cumulative minutes in a 24-hour period.


Get Tested for COVID-19.

Have some at-home COVID tests on hand should you experience symptoms. At-home COVID tests can be ordered for FREE here:

https://www.covidtests.gov/

Get the COVID-19 Vaccine.

The CDC recommends that everyone get vaccinated against COVID-19. To find a COVID-19 vaccination provider, visit this website:

https://www.vaccines.gov/

COVID-19 FAQs.

Can COVID-19 have an impact on chronic pain conditions?

In a way, yes it can. While COVID-19 will not directly make the effects of a specific pain condition more severe, the virus is nonetheless a stressor on the body, and one of the symptoms is body aches and pain. This new pain, when added to existing chronic pain, can result in increased overall pain and discomfort.

Do chronic pain conditions increase the risk of COVID-19 complications?

No, they do not. COVID-19 complications are generally associated with preexisting respiratory and heart conditions. While chronic pain conditions can make COVID-19 that much more uncomfortable of an experience, they do not increase your risk of COVID complications.

Can pain management treatments impact COVID-19 test results?

No, there are no chronic pain treatments or therapies that can have an impact on the accuracy of COVID-19 test results. A friendly reminder, if you have any reason to believe you may have been exposed to COVID-19, it is recommended that you get tested as soon as you are able. Click the following link for COVID-19 testing resources: https://mn.gov/covid19/get-tested/testing-locations/index.jsp

Can my pain management treatment(s) impact my ability to get the COVID-19 vaccine?

We recommend that you do not get a steroid injection within 14 days before or after getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Steroids can temporarily decrease the body’s immune response and it is possible that it could result in decreased effectiveness of the vaccine. However, there is no risk of bodily harm in this circumstance.  If you find yourself in a situation where it is difficult to space the vaccine and steroid injection 14 days apart, we do have alternatives so we encourage you to discuss this with us.

Other than this, there are no pain management treatments that will have an effect on the COVID-19 vaccine, and we highly recommend receiving the vaccination as soon as you are able. Click the following link for COVID-19 vaccine resources: https://mn.gov/covid19/vaccine/

Is it safe for me to continue chronic pain treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Absolutely, yes. We highly recommend that you do not delay chronic pain treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic. Twin Cities Pain Clinic has strict and comprehensive measures in place to provide you with a safe and comfortable visit to our facilities.

However, we understand if you still feel a bit uncomfortable about coming into the clinic at this time, which is why we also offer telemedicine virtual visits. Get the same great pain care from the comfort of home. Click the following link to learn more about telemedicine: https://twincitiespainclinic.com/telemedicine/

For updates and information regarding the COVID-19 situation, visit the below website:

Minnesota COVID-19 Situation Update

Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. It is our privilege to serve your pain management needs.

RELIEVE YOUR PAIN, RENEW YOUR LIFE!

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Telemedicine and in-clinic appointments available. Schedule today: 952-841-2345