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LIVING WELL Fall 2020 Edition Designed and Printed in Denver Colorado

A Season of Change Josh Cates

PUBLISHER & FOUNDER Joshua D. Cates

Happy Fall!

CO-FOUNDER & CFO Bob Cates

Autumn in Colorado is a magical time filled with

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Nancy Kay White

crisp air, golden leaves and a chance to pull out your

CREATIVE DIRECTOR Lauren Stewart

favorite flannel shirt or sweater. It’s a time to start

FEATURE PHOTOGRAPHY Don Jones Studio 9 Commercial Photography CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Andrea Sinclair, Rich Schell, Dr. Ron Pelton, Ian Gassman, Deb Kinnan, LPC, Dr. Ted Archdale, Dr. Thomas S. Jennings ART & DESIGN www.TenPeaksMedia.com SUBSCRIPTIONS subscribe@COLivingWell.com www.COLivingWell.com/subscribe

planning those outside events like a train ride through the mountains, scenic drive up your favorite mountain pass or start waxing those skis for the upcoming turns.

While 2020 has certainly looked different for all of us, it hasn’t changed the fact that our beautiful state has so many delightful outdoor activities to help us stay outside and soak in the mountain air.

Speaking of seasons changing, our town has seen so much change recently, including the grand opening of the William J. Hybl

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR editor@COLivingWell.com

Sports Medicine & Performance Center. Six years in the making, this

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sports medicine for years to come. With the collaboration between

revolutionary facility is poised to change the way our town approaches UCCS and Centura, our city has the opportunity to be on the leading edge of new and improved medical procedures and treatments. Learn more starting on page 16.

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Inside this issue

14 NEVER FIGHT ALONE Top Level Cancer Care at Penrose Cancer Center Provided by MD Anderson Certified Physicians

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CENTURA ERS

CENTURA SPORTS MEDICINE

Safe and Compassionate Care

Where Excellence and Dedication Intersect

16 CHANGING THE GAME The William J. Hybl Sports Medicine & Performance Center

10 MEET JILL SEALE, TALENT EXTRAORDINAIRE An Artist’s Journey of Survival in 2020

ORAL HYGIENE AND THE SEVERITY OF SARSCOV-2 INFECTIONS

20 COPING WITH GRIEF, ANXIETY AND COVID RESTRICTIONS

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Advice and Encouragement

Is it possible that there is a link?

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FACE MASKS

CENTURA SPORTS MEDICINE

Do I need to wear one if I’m healthy?

Where Excellence and Dedication Intersect

22 DO I NEED A GOOD PAIR OF SUNGLASSES? Why are polarized lenses the best sunglasses?

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AUTHOR:

Andrea Sinclair

Centura ERs Safe and Compassionate Care

W

hile the steep reduction in patients coming

nation have expressed serious concern that patients may

to emergency departments is slowly picking

be ignoring or dismissing their symptoms of chest pain,

up, many clinicians are still worried that people

stroke, severe illness, or injury.

experiencing heart attacks, strokes, seizures and more

“I worry about patients with diabetes, heart failure,

emergent health issues are not getting the care they

chest pain, stroke symptoms and many other issues

need. Across Centura Health there remains a 20-30

that can cause significant and permanent damage if

percent decline in ER patients. This is an increase from

not treated emergently,” explained Dr. Roshon. “My

a 50 percent drop at the height of the first wave of

concern is that individuals are ignoring symptoms

COVID-19 in March.

because they do not feel anything

Centura wants to

can be done for them in the present

Safety guides

pandemic situation, or they may

health care needs, including

everything we do and

COVID-19 when visiting the hospital.”

life-threatening conditions

we care about the peace

remind our patients and communities that all of their

and chronic illnesses, can

be concerned they could contract All Centura hospitals have implemented the highest safety

be treated safely even as the

of mind of every person

fears of COVID-19 loom.

in our hospitals, clinics,

the Centers for Disease Control (CDC),

doctors’ offices, and all

the World Health Organization (WHO),

Centura facilities.

Health and Environment (CDPHE),

”We believe a key reason for a continued 30 percent decline in patients is the fear of contracting COVID-19 in

measures and guidelines provided by

the Colorado Department of Public and Colorado Governor Jared Polis:

a healthcare setting,” Dr. Michael Roshon, Emergency Physician and Chief of Medical Staff for Centura-Penrose-St. Francis Health

patients, visitors and all persons inside all Centura

Services, said. “All throughout the pandemic, people

facilities, including patient rooms, waiting areas,

have been encouraged to ‘stay at home’ which is the

etc., at all times.

right message to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

• Depending on what area of our hospitals you’re

However, an unfortunate perception has grown that

in, our staff will use different types of masks and

hospitals are hotbeds for exposure and contamination.”

other protective equipment (PPE) like gowns,

Physicians across the Pikes Peak region and the

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• Masks/face covers must be worn by all staff,

gloves, goggles, face shields, etc.

• All persons entering Centura facilities must go through screening stations at all hospital and clinic entrances for all staff, patients and visitors.

All staff are screened daily for temperature checks and are asked a series of questions about any potential symptoms or exposures.

• All Centura staff, patients and visitors are required to maintain a minimum social distance of six feet from others as much as possible.

• All patient rooms, waiting areas, nursing stations, and all high-touch areas and surfaces are cleaned thoroughly several times per day by our Environmental Services teams with health care-grade disinfecting products. Our cleaning measures follow CDC guidance and the highest standards and protocols.

• Anyone showing any signs of illness is immediately isolated, monitored, and if appropriate, tested and consequently treated.

Safety guides everything we do and we care about the peace of mind of every person in our hospitals, clinics, doctors’ offices, and all Centura facilities.

The impact of people avoiding treatment could be deep and long-lasting. “You can’t reverse damage from strokes, heart attacks and even serious injuries caused by a delay in needed care,” stated Dr. Roshon.

“We do want people to practice social distancing and keep themselves and each other safe. But we don’t want

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people to stay at home if they’re suffering a medical

emergency -and-urgent-care-services for

emergency because we will not be able to help them in

more information and to find your nearest

time.”

Centura ER or Urgent Care location.

Our top priority remains the safety of our patients, their families and our providers and associates.

In times of uncertainty about seeking care,

Following CDC guidance and guidelines, we are ready

it is important to speak directly with your

and offering a range of services and procedures.

physician for guidance to get the right care.

Whether you’re coming back for a time-sensitive

If you are having a medical emergency, do

procedure or scheduling an appointment at our primary

not delay care. Call 9-1-1 immediately.

or specialty clinics, we are dedicated to partnering with you to safely deliver the care you need. Centura

For updated information, visitor

Emergency Departments and Urgent Care facilities are

restrictions and resources, visit

open and receiving patients because when an emergency

Centura’s COVID-19 Information Center

strikes, there’s no time to waste.

at www.centura.org/covid-19.

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Rich Schell

AUTHOR:

Meet Jill Seale, Talent Extraordinaire An Artist’s Journey of Survival in 2020

O

ne of my favorite parts of the design industry

such as Facebook and other platforms. These have been

is the opportunity it has given me to surround

a way to communicate and maneuver our way through

myself, for the majority of my life, with people that continue to inspire me and make a difference. I’m

the weird times we are trying to exist in.

The industry gatherings, like everything, have

fortunate for the friendships and inspiration that comes

continued to cancel, making it harder to be together.

from knowing them.

That shot in the arm - being with other creatives - has

Finding your Tribe is important for us all. For me, it’s always been those involved in some form of art venue of design, music, or gardening. I have, through

certainly caused us to reach out differently and not lose our optimism and stay in touch.

So many of my connections and friends within a

these last few months, immersed myself in the season

creative industry are all trying to figure out ways to

of gardening and have enjoyed sharing its rewards

communicate and stay viable.

through social media.

Designers from around the world have come together through socially-distanced connections

Photo Credit: Traci Zeller Interiors 10

Photo Credit: Wesley Hall Furniture

Business has changed, design firms have either

All of

thrived or closed. We have all needed to readjust our

Jill’s fabrics,

barometers of how we do business and ask, “Where does

wallpapers,

our business come from?”

tabletop, and

We rely on each other . . . the artist, designer, and consumer.

Factories have been challenged with how to

home décors such as pillows, glass trays, and

manufacture, using skeleton crews and distance from

lampshades are

coworkers, and yet trying to deliver our upholstery on

designed and

time. Deliveries are challenging and our need for instant

produced in the

gratification has been put to a test...

US which she

I continue to be hopeful that this crazy ends sooner than later . . . please!!!

I’ve been sharing with a friend of mine, Jill Seale

praises as a reason she has been able to thrive in these

WEBSITE: JILLSEALE.COM INSTAGRAM: @JILLSEALE

in Charlotte NC, a fabric and product designer, asking

times. With more

how she’s continuing to push through the uncertain. Jill

emphasis on home and a feeling of wanderlust, people

has her eponymous fabric and wallpaper collection and

want to refresh their spaces. Traveling through design

numerous licensed collections for everything from floor

is one way to satisfy both. Clients have never been

to ceiling with rugs, bedding, home accents, furniture,

limited to “what’s on the menu” and when everything

wall art, and most recently lighting. Jill is a woman

is created locally, and in custom batches, this can be

with really messy hands . . . she’s a marbling maven of

achieved.

extraordinary skills. She dips sheets of paper in paint-

At the beginning of this pandemic, Jill took her

splattered water to create old-world Italian marbling

amazing fabrics and started making fashion masks. It

designs. She’s studied from the masters in Italy, re-

is like a piece of art covering your face. “If you have to

envisioning this time-honored skill in a modern way on

cover it up, you might as well style it up!” She donates

new materials, with artistic and current interpretations

a portion of each mask, sold to a local charity, to help

of colors and designs. “I am mesmerized by the

feed the community.

movement of the paints and liquid bath and celebrate

People rise to the occasion of what is not only

this process where there is an element of chance. Being

familiar but also socially-impacted decisions of how to

fully present while marbling, having a conversation with

pivot and survive.

the paints, offer an excitement of discovery,” she tells

I want you to meet Jill and take a visual tour of her mastery of liquid perfection. She has accomplished

me.

With a background in graphic arts, then product

much and is staying focused and thriving as she

design, she has expanded into a world of home fashion

navigates her artistic journey of survival in 2020.

and design. Her mother studied textile design at the Cleveland Institute of Art, then married and raised a family instead of pursuing a career in design. Jill laughs, saying her mother genetically outsourced her textile design career.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Designers and manufacturers enjoy collaborating

Welcome to the best choice in interior design, home

with Jill because of her ability to match colors in for their

furnishings, fine art and custom pieces for a curated

special projects to create something custom and very

lifestyle. Learn more by calling 719-475-1200 or by

personal that no one else in the world can have, at least

visiting richschellinteriors.com.

for a season!

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AUTHOR:

Dr. Ron Pelton

Face Masks Do I need to wear one if I’m healthy?

I

hate wearing a face mask. I also hate seat belts, helmets, and airplane seats in the “upright and

locked” position – but I use them. Even more than my hatred of hard-to-breath-through face masks, I hate the thought of giving a potentially deadly virus to one of my patients.

As a surgeon, I’ve worn a face mask (and other uncomfortable gear) in the operating room my entire career but wearing a covering over my face in the exam room with patients is new and terrible. And for reasons that are not entirely clear to me, face mask wearing has become a political issue. This virus really doesn’t care what political party you follow,

Similar to viruses

it simply does its thing like every

in your computer,

other virus we’ve

human viruses just do

dealt with in

what their code tells

last few thousand

medicine over the

them to do – infect,

years (smallpox,

reproduce, and make

measles, chicken

new viruses.

mumps, rubella, pox, HIV, Ebola, etc). These viruses don’t hate you. They

one horrible viral disease, smallpox, that killed over 300 million people just in the 1900s. We did this using science and modern medical techniques. As of August 1, 2020, there are 27 COVID-19 vaccines in human clinical trials. If our experience with this new virus is at all similar to the many others we’ve dealt with, we will eventually have an effective vaccine against COVID-19. In the meantime, because the virus most easily travels from person to person on the tiny moisture droplets that come out of our mouths when we talk and breath, wearing a mask and washing our hands, two very simply tasks, are the most effective treatments we have. Please remember, I’m not wearing MY mask to protect me.

I’m wearing it to protect YOU from any virus that I may be breathing out. If you do the same, then we protect each other. Be well.

don’t think. Similar to viruses in your computer, human viruses just do what their code tells them to do – infect, reproduce, and make new viruses. Your sickness is just a “side effect” of having the virus in your body.

Humans have an amazing ability to solve complex medical problems. We’ve even completely eliminated

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AUTHOR:

Andrea Sinclair

Never Fight Alone Top Level Cancer Care at Penrose Cancer Center Provided by MD Anderson Certified Physicians

W

hile incredible advances in technology and clinical

that the strongest way to fight cancer is together and

research have improved cancer prevention,

that’s why we are proud to be a certified member of MD

screening, treatment and follow-up care to reduce the

Anderson Cancer Network®, a program of MD Anderson

number of people who die from cancer drastically in the

Cancer Center—the nation’s leading, world-renowned

United States, many communities still lack access to top-

cancer center devoted exclusively to cancer care,

level cancer care across the nation. Cancer doesn’t care

research, education and prevention.

where you live – but we do.

At Centura-Penrose-St. Francis Health Services, we

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According to a 2019 study by the American Cancer Society, the cancer death rate decreased dramatically

are committed to offering the highest level of health care

in the U.S. between 1991 and 2015 – but mostly in

to every community we serve and ensuring we make every

communities that were adjacent to large health

life and every neighborhood whole and healthy. We know

systems and hospitals. When cancer hits close to home,

MD Anderson is one of very few institutions that set the standards for cancer care, screening, prevention, treatment and clinical research...

you should be able to fight it close to home, too. At

Penrose Cancer Center has one of the longest-

Penrose Cancer Center, a multidisciplinary team of MD

standing programs in the country, providing cancer care

Anderson-certified physicians work together with MD

to adult patients since 1939 and nationally recognized as

Anderson experts and faculty to discuss challenging

a pioneer of radiation oncology for more than 70 years.

cancer cases.

For Dr. Brianna McDevitt, Breast Care/Surgical

“Our patients know they can expect world-class care with us, and the addition of MD Anderson’s

Oncologist with Southern Colorado Breast Care

expertise opens so many more doors for cutting-edge

Specialists, an MD Anderson-certified physician

technologies, patient treatment protocols, education and

membership is an undeniable testament of the

research, all here in Colorado Springs.”

outstanding quality of oncological care she and her entire team deliver to every patient.

“MD Anderson is one of very few institutions

Penrose-St. Francis is also part of the Centura Health Cancer Network, the only Integrated Cancer Network in the state of Colorado accredited by the

that set the standards for cancer care, screening,

American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer

prevention, treatment and clinical research, for

program. Centura brings together the best and brightest

everybody else, and those standards are extremely high

minds in cancer care, armed with leading edge

and rigorous,” explained Dr. McDevitt. “Being certified

technologies and capabilities that offer a complete array

by MD Anderson means that we follow best practices,

of services, connecting patients with all types of cancers

evidence-based medicine and we have good surgical

and blood disorders to the most advanced care available

and treatment outcomes.”

in Colorado.

This prestigious certification means access to the nation’s top cancer specialists, along with access to treatment guidelines, best practices and resources developed by MD Anderson—combining the best of what we do in Colorado with the expertise of a national leader.

TO SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION, PLEASE VISIT WWW.CENTURA.ORG/CARE-AND-HEALTH/CANCER-CARE OR CALL THE PENROSE CANCER CENTER AT 719.776.HOPE.

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WILLIAM J. HYBL SPORTS MEDICINE AND PERFORMANCE CENTER

This first-of-its-kind center is geared toward helping you prevent injuries and preparing you to perform.

Changing the Game in Sports Medicine, Sports Performance and Learning

by Ian Gassman

T

he William J. Hybl Sports Medicine and Performance Center recently celebrated its grand

aren’t typically available.

“We have traveled the world, looked at all the

opening after more than six years in the making. Now,

wonderful sports medicine facilities, and can say that this

this revolutionary facility is ready to change the way we

is really the only true facility that brings the academics

approach sports medicine and sports performance for

and the clinical piece under one roof,” said Dr. Andrew

years to come.

Subuhdi, UCCS Human Physiology and Nutrition Chair.

Named in honor of William J. Hybl, Executive

Within academics and research, veteran UCCS faculty

Chairman of El Pomar Foundation and President

guide collaborations between students and sports medicine

Emeritus of the United States Olympic Committee

professionals in a research-forward, data-driven capacity.

(USOC), the center was built from a unique partnership

“We found, with Centura Health, a shared vision

between the University of Colorado Colorado Springs

and a commitment to create a center that integrates

and nonprofit healthcare leader, Centura Health, to

undergraduate and graduate education, which is geared

bring together sports performance, sports medicine, and

toward experiential learning, as well as research,” Reddy

academics in one building.

explains.

“As far as I know, this is the only center in the nation that integrates clinical services and undergraduate and

Part of this shared vision and commitment starts with changing the game for sports performance.

graduate education and research,” said UCCS Chancellor, Venkat Reddy.

A Win for the City for Champions

Harnessing the Power of Performance Management In the sports performance area, there is equipment specifically designed to help athletes of all abilities reach

In 2014, the Hybl Center was approved as part of the City

their potential – from youth, to weekend warriors, to elite

for Champions project, an initiative to bring tourism

athletes.

into the Pikes Peak region through four distinct cultural

There’s also a focus on tactical training for preparing

projects.

These ventures include the United States Olympic & Paralympic Museum, the Downtown Stadium and Robson Arena at Colorado College, the U.S. Air Force Academy Gateway Visitors Center, and the Hybl Center, which will now be a beacon of sports medicine and sports performance throughout Colorado, around the region and across the nation.

Finding Success Through Transformative Learning The Hybl Center’s focus on bringing sports clinicians and faculty researchers together gives students unprecedented access to educational opportunities that

Cold laser therapy is just one of Centura Sports Medicine’s many physical therapy treatments to get you back to your best.

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“We’ve really designed the facilities so you can do just about anything you want to do...”

The extra wide treadmill accommodates a wide range of sport and tactical exercise training including freestyle and motion enhancing activity.

Our world-class trainers offer custom programs for all athletic levels.

Bringing Medical Expertise to Sports Medicine police, fire, and military members to prevent injury and

At Centura Sports Medicine and Centura Orthopedics,

serve at the highest level, as well as supporting active

the team of medical professionals can diagnose and

individuals with physical disabilities through distinct

treat almost any sports injury, including fractures, torn

training areas and programs.

tendons, dislocations, and concussions.

“When we’re training our athletes, we know how to train them the right way,” says Sports Performance

treatment and outlines a path to recovery through in-

Specialist Lead, Alison Regal. “We understand

depth physical therapy and athletic training practices.

movement [and] biomechanics. When you’re sprinting,

“I would define Sports Medicine as the

you’re not just running down the track. We know

comprehensive care of an athlete,” says Jarrod Harrall,

your knee angle, your hip angle, and how much force

DO. “With the collaboration between UCCS and Centura,

production you need. There’s a lot of value in that.”

we have the opportunity to be on the leading edge of

Using state-of-the-art equipment, Centura Health’s sports performance specialists can give

new and improved medical procedures and treatments.”

Part of being on the leading edge is having all of

athletes an unparalleled level of training by providing

the resources needed to treat sports-related injuries

assessments for injury risk and metabolic factors from

close at hand. MRI, an advanced ultrasound, real-time

various sports, including endurance and strength

x-ray, and more are located within the building, making

training.

it convenient for patients. But quality sports medicine

Whether a Hybl Center client is gearing up for their first 5K, wants to improve their golf swing or has a goal to tackle Mt. Everest, they can get specialized

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The clinic then helps athletes recognize if they need

isn’t just about having great equipment, it’s also about establishing a real connection with athletic patients.

“What we do, it isn’t about checking boxes, it’s

performance training from specialists like Regal.

about the human element,” notes Kevin Lesh, MD. “It’s

One unique piece of equipment that athletes

about really caring for and treating patients like people.

can experience within the Hybl Center is an Altitude

We have to listen to their stories and make sure we’re

Chamber. Athletes can train in an environment that

doing what’s best for them in any situation.”

simulates altitudes between sea level and 18,000 feet.

But it’s more than just diagnosis and treatment.

This can help athletes who are preparing for an event

The path from injury includes rehabilitation and can

in another part of the country or even the world, and it

then lead to sports performance to prevent future

allows researchers to measure the impact of altitude on

injuries and help athletes continue to improve in their

athletes in a controlled environment.

chosen activity.

When it comes to curriculum, the Hybl Center allows for more unparalleled experiential learning than ever before. For students looking at a career in health care or sports, the Hybl Center is home to seven different degree programs: Exercise Science, Health Science, Human Physiology & Nutrition, Strength &

are showing interest in entering the growing sports medicine field by studying at UCCS in the Hybl Center because there’s nothing like it anywhere else.

But students and athletes aren’t the only ones that can benefit from the Hybl Center.

A Community Resource for All

Conditioning, Athletic Training, Health Promotion, and

In 2014, UCCS began the development of its west

Applied Physiology.

campus along North Nevada Avenue as a way to

Students in the Hybl Center have the opportunity to work alongside clinical staff, athletes and patients, as well as professors, to learn best practices and conduct cutting-edge research.

While there are fourteen education rooms located

present new learning options to students, as well as involve the community at large.

First came the Lane Center, then the Ent Center for the Arts in 2018, and then the Hybl Center this year.

All Colorado Springs residents can benefit from

in the Hybl Center, only five of them are traditional

the conveniently located sports medicine clinics and

classrooms. The rest were built specifically for hands-

the unique sports performance programs within the

on learning experiences. These include anatomy labs,

Hybl Center that are operated by Centura Health.

exercise labs and a nutrition classroom that includes a complete kitchen.

“We’ve really designed the facilities so you can do

There are sports performance programs for youth, high school athletes, endurance athletes, recreational athletes and even those who are trying to return to

just about anything you want to do,” Subudhi says.

sports following an injury. No matter the sport or

“For someone like me, who studies Altitude Physiology,

activity, there is a personalized program available to

we’ve got altitude chambers, environmental chambers,

help all athletes reach their full potential.

exercise labs, biomechanics labs, and rooms that are set

Upcoming programming includes Junior

up to do sophisticated biochemical work. Everything is

Strength and Power Development and Junior Speed

under one roof.”

Development for athletes ages 10-13. There’s also

The building was also designed with “collision

preseason wrestling, basketball, and hockey programs

spaces” where students, researchers, professors,

for high-schoolers. Adults can do drop-in programs,

healthcare professionals, and sports performance staff

and for athletes with disabilities, there are specific

can interact on a regular basis to collaborate on research

gym hours Monday through Thursday.

or the latest treatment or training plan.

Already, many in-state and out-of-state students

LEADING THE CHARGE

Pioneering Academics

Although the future of organized sports has been thrown a curveball with the current health pandemic, the Hybl Center will continue to provide diverse athletic programs, as it’s well known that regular exercise is key to staying healthy.

HYBL CENTER IS LEADING THE CHARGE

UCCS students work closely with highly qualified faculty in the classroom, laboratory and clinical settings to develop the hands-on skills needed for a career in health care and sports performance.

To get more information about the William J. Hybl Sports Medicine and Performance Center, including fall and winter programming, or to make an appointment with a Centura Sports Medicine physician, please visit www.hyblcenter.org.

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Deb Kinnan, LPC

AUTHOR:

Director of Grief Support & Volunteer Services Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care

Coping with Grief, Anxiety and COVID Restrictions Y

ou don’t have to be infected with COVID-19 to

calls, video chats and visiting six feet apart. We

experience the emotional symptoms that can

can stay fit in new ways such as an online yoga or

accompany the virus. Because of the restrictions in place

exercise class. We can resist the urge to self soothe

during this pandemic, many are struggling with anxiety,

in unhealthy ways, like excess food and drink, and

loneliness, frustration, and impatience.

instead find other things, new things that help

Everyone has been impacted at some level by social

us feel good. Remember that to-do list of chores

distancing, changes to work and school routines, and

around the house? Now might be the perfect time

possibly loss of income. The long course of this pandemic

for it.

has made coping with the restrictions that much harder

• We must accept and let go. For those prone to worry

as people wonder, “When will it finally end? How much

that can escalate to anxiety, this can be an especially

longer before life returns to normal?”

challenging time as we all question, “Am I being

Of course, for many the hardest part of this pandemic

safe enough? What if I am exposed? When will this

is worrying about the virus’s impact on loved ones most

ever end?” Lack of focus, sleeplessness and physical

at risk, and grieving for those we lose. As a Licensed

complaints can result from excessive worry and

Professional Counselor specializing grief support, I’d like

anxiety. Now’s the time to remember the cardinal

to offer some advice and encouragement. Here are some

rule for managing anxiety: accept and let go. Do

ways we can all better manage these challenging and

what you can with the resources and information

uncertain times.

you have now, then let go of all the things you cannot control. Worry will not make this pandemic

• We must adapt. Not just to social distancing and wearing masks, but to finding new ways to take

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end any faster.

• We must find other ways to mourn and adjust to

care of ourselves and our emotional well-being. We

loss. For those experiencing the loss of a loved one

should make the effort to stay connected with phone

at this time, the pandemic has created some unique

difficulties for working through grief. We no longer have access to mourning rituals that usually help us through the experience of loss. Caregivers of a sick loved one are isolated with no respite, while visitation in hospitals and facilities is restricted. Funerals and memorial services are being postponed. Families cannot gather to honor their loved one and comfort each other.

• If you lose a loved one in these unusual times, it is still important to find ways to mourn and adjust to loss. Some ideas include asking friends and family to send photos and stories by phone or email. You can

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music, make their favorite meal, talk to them at bedtime, or write to them in a journal. Do not feel bad about feeling sad. There is nothing wrong with you.

You are mourning, and you don’t have to be “fine” all the time. Your sadness is the right response to an awful but unavoidable experience. Know that you won’t feel this bad forever.

• We must ask for help. For many who lose a spouse,

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Deb Kinnan, LPC is the Director of Grief Support and Volunteer Services at Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care and has 20 years experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor. At the only counseling center in El Paso County that specializes in grief education and support, Deb and her staff serve

there is now only one person, instead of two, taking

families facing terminal illness, end of life and

care of the household. It’s important to be willing

traumatic loss.

to reach out for help and support. Ask a neighbor to mow the lawn, hire someone to do things you cannot do, purchase prepared meals. Seek spiritual support from faith based organizations. Information and support is also available online.

ABOUT PIKES PEAK HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care is the largest and only not-for-profit hospice and palliative care provider serving El Paso and Teller Counties. It provides outpatient hospice

Finally, if you feel you could use a little more support

services in patients’ homes and extended care

adjusting, don’t hesitate to seek out professional help.

facilities and also delivers care at the 16-bed

Counseling can help get you through grief, anxiety and

Pikes Peak Hospice Unit at Penrose Hospital

the stress reactions of our current situation. It’s easily

in Colorado Springs. Services also include

and conveniently available by phone from the Center for Grief and Loss at Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care.

Every year, our grief center serves more than a thousand people experiencing loss. Our compassionate, experienced counselors are always ready to help.

a robust palliative care and consultation program and comprehensive grief support for adults and children. The organization also participates in We Honor Veterans, a national program jointly developed by the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization and the Department of Veterans Affairs.

CALL 719-884-6530 TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR SERVICES AND SUPPORT GROUPS. 21

AUTHOR:

Dr. Ted Archdale

Do I need a good pair of sunglasses?

I

t’s a well-known fact that the best sunglasses are

is one of the most common places you can benefit from

Polarized lenses, but what’s lesser-known, is why

polarized sunglasses.

are they? Polarized lenses block a particular type of

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Having a good pair of sunglasses from a reputable

‘bounced’ or ‘reflected’ light, better known as “glare.”

source, like your eye care doctor, are needed for more

This is not to be confused with reflections or reflected

than just fishing. Tinted lenses merely reduce the

light. Think of a set of window blinds on your house.

intensity of light, kind of like a light dimming switch.

When they are turned just a little bit, they can block

With Polarized lenses, not only do you get a dimmer

out the light at just the right angle but still allow you to

switch but you also get a filter that keeps you from

look through the slats and see your yard. This is a very

squinting and helps put your view of the world back into

simple description of how polarized lenses work. Fishing

high definition.

Bouncing glare is very distracting on the

or during the evening after the sun has gone down. Yet,

surfaces of asphalt, water, concrete, and grassy

when the sun is out they quickly darken and also become

areas. Only a good pair of polarized sunglasses

comfortable protective lenses. Now, they don’t work

will help cut through that terrible glare and help

in the car and therefore may not be the best suited all-

keep you safe and protected. As an example, think

around pair of glasses, but when worn as your main pair

of the lines for a crosswalk painted on the parking

and then switched out for a high-quality pair of dedicated

lot of your favorite grocery store. When the sun

sunglasses, its the best possible solution for most people.

hits that surface, the lines can be very hard to see.

See your eye care professional for an in-depth discussion

This could cause you to miss the need to yield for

of your options and get out and enjoy our beautiful state

a pedestrian crossing the parking lot. With a great

with comfortable clear vision.

pair of polarized sunglasses, not only will the

There are a lot of great brands on the market. And

crosswalk be more visible, but you also won’t be

I would say it’s safe to bet that most any polarized lens

squinting as you’re driving.

from your eye care professional is going to be produced

In Colorado the amount of sun we are exposed

at a higher than average quality level. Our main

to along with the higher elevation we spend

recommendation is to watch out for the ‘budget’ priced,

time in, protection from the sun is critical. If

off-the-shelf types of sunglasses. It’s getting tougher and

you decide against polarized lenses, having UV

tougher to filter through the gimmick lenses versus the

protection with a tint to reduce the light intensity

certified protective lenses. Be an informed consumer.

is recommended.

Another great option is Transitions lenses which is a light variable lens that gets darker when exposed to UV light. There are many

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versions of Transitions lenses so evaluate them

Archdale Eyecare has two locations to conveniently

when choosing so you get the best lens for your

serve Colorado Springs. For eye care with a heart, visit

needs. These lenses are clear when you’re indoors

online at archdaleeyecare.com.

Having a good pair of sunglasses from a reputable source, like your eye care doctor, are needed for more than just fishing.

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Dr. Thomas S. Jennings

AUTHOR:

Is it possible that there is a link between oral hygiene and the severity of SARS-CoV-2 infections?

Y

ou might have missed the announcement that

serious COVID-19 complications due to high levels of

the World Health Organization (WHO) released

harmful oral bacteria. Everyone should support good

a statement indicating routine dental care should

oral health and include it in their best practices not only

be postponed in certain situations due to COVID-19.

during this pandemic, but always.

The American Dental Association (ADA) respectfully,

COVID-19, SARS, and even the annual flu affect

and very strongly, disagrees with the World Health

people in different ways, with a range of symptoms and

Organization’s (WHO) recommendation to delay

severity patients could exhibit. Some people suffer more

“routine” dental care in certain situations due to

severely because bacterial superinfections are common

COVID-19.

in patients suffering from a severe case of COVID-19.

“Oral health is integral to overall health. Dentistry

Over 80% of COVID-19 patients in ICUs exhibited an

is essential health care,” states ADA President Chad P.

exceptionally high bacterial load, with more than 50%

Gehani, D.D.S. “Dentistry is essential health care because

of deaths showing bacterial superinfections. So while

of its role in evaluating, diagnosing, preventing or

COVID-19 has a viral origin, it’s suspected that bacterial

treating oral diseases, which can affect systemic health.”

superinfections could cause complications such as

Both the ADA and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have guidance for dental

pneumonia and acute respiratory distress (ARDS). And those bacteria may originate in the mouth.

professionals related to COVID-19. The ADA’s advice calls for the highest level of PPE available—masks, goggles, and face shields. The ADA’s interim guidance also calls for the use of rubber dams and high-velocity suction whenever possible and hand scaling as much as possible when cleaning teeth rather than using ultrasonic scaling to minimize the aerosols.

With the mouth is the gateway to the body, it makes perfect sense that good overall health starts with good oral health. A new study published in the highly respected, peer-reviewed British Dental Journal in June 2020 reflects this fact in a very relevant way. The study concludes that poor oral hygiene may be connected to

So how does bacteria travel from the mouth to the lungs?

Lower respiratory infections are often caused by the inhalation of microorganisms—bacteria—into the body’s airways—the oral cavity houses more than 700 bacteria, viruses, and fungi that can colonize the mouth.

This bacteria then colonizes in the mouth and is shed into the saliva. The pathogenic bacteria within the saliva can then be aspirated into the lower respiratory tract and cause or aggravate an infection. Two of the most common oral diseases associated with an imbalance of pathological bacteria in the mouth are Periodontitis and decay.

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To reduce your risk, begin or continue a good oral hygiene regimen.

Inadequate oral hygiene can increase the risk of inter-bacterial exchanges between the lungs and the mouth, increasing the risk of respiratory infections

Dr. Gehani concludes, “Millions of patients have safely visited their dentists in the past few months for the full range of dental services. With appropriate PPE, dental care should continue during global pandemics or other disaster situations.”

and potentially post-viral bacterial complications.

Additionally, good oral hygiene is a way to prevent airway infections in patients, especially in those over the age of 70. In fact, there are studies that show improved oral care can significantly reduce the incidence of ventilator-

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associated pneumonia in ICU patients. The authors write,

Acclaimed perspective, elevated personal dental

“We recommend that oral hygiene be maintained, if not

care. For more information on Pinnacle Dentistry

improved, during a SARS-CoV-2 infection in order to

and to learn about Dr. Tom Jennings and Dr.

reduce the bacterial load in the mouth and the potential

Brad Perrett, please call 719-590-7100 or visit

risk of bacterial superinfection.”[1]

pinnacledentistryco.com.

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Andrea Sinclair

AUTHOR:

Centura Sports Medicine Where Excellence and Dedication Intersect

A

sports-related injury can quickly derail your

and a wealth of knowledge and experience to our

lifestyle, affecting your health, causing pain and

dynamic community.

preventing you from the activities you enjoy. More than

Our fellowship-trained sports medicine physicians

8 million sports and recreational-related injuries are

have extensive training in both the treatment and

reported each year in the U.S., and Colorado is among the

prevention of illness and injury. They specialize in all

states with the highest numbers of injuries. For athletes

aspects of sports medicine as it relates to the athlete,

of all ages and levels, being active is a fulfilling and

sports participation and musculoskeletal injuries and

exciting part of a healthy lifestyle – at Centura Sports

provide care for sport-related medical conditions such

Medicine our clinicians know that comes with risks and

as exercise-induced asthma, concussions and digestive

they are ready to help you return to play as safely and

issues. Centura Sports Medicine physicians, located at

quickly as possible.

the William J. Hybl Sports Medicine and Performance

The physicians at Centura Sports Medicine know

Center on the UCCS campus, are ideally suited to provide

athletics – our physicians are not only specialized in

comprehensive medical care for athletes, sports teams

sports medicine, but they care for and treat all types of

and active individuals who are looking to maintain a

active individuals and enjoy active lifestyles themselves.

healthy lifestyle.

They know how to provide the best care to athletes of

When overuse damage, orthopedic trauma or sports

all ages and levels, from student athletes, to “weekend

injuries occur, it can be devastating to your game, your

warriors,” to elite athletes and offer world-class care

workouts, your physical, mental and emotional health.

Centura Sports Medicine experts utilize cutting-edge diagnostic and treatment methods to ensure you receive an accurate diagnosis, eliminate pain and improve range of motion.

Our award-winning physicians, athletic trainers and physical therapists are changing the way people heal, move and get back to doing what they love.

Our breakthroughs are leading the way in Colorado Springs and throughout the world from the treatment of sports-related injuries like concussion to innovative therapy programs that optimize sports performance.

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Geoffrey Doner, MD, is an Orthopedic

John Pak, MD, is an Orthopedic Surgeon

Surgeon specializing in Sports

specializing in Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy

Medicine, fracture care, and

and General Orthopedic Surgery. He is also

arthroscopy of the shoulder, knee and

the head physician for the U.S. Free-Style Ski

hip. Dr. Doner is the team physician for

team and an instructor at the Orthopeadic

the Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC

Learning Center, teaching other physicians

and serves as team physician for Lewis

advanced techniques in arthroscopic and

Palmer and Palmer Ridge high schools.

orthopedic surgery.

He has also served as team doctor for the USA Junior Basketball team.

Lindsey Szymaszek, DO, is a board-certified Sports and Family Medicine physician whose

Jarrod Harrall, DO, specializes in

care philosophy is to provide comprehensive

Sports Medicine and Family Medicine.

attention to the whole individual. She grew

He is the winner of the 2020 Jack C.

up in Manitou Springs and specializes in

Hughston National Sports Physician

Sports Medicine, Preventive Medicine and

of the Year Award (AASAPT) and

Health Maintenance, as well as treatment

was selected as the U.S. Olympic and

of short-term illness and injuries, as well as

Paralympic Team Physician for Tokyo

the management of chronic conditions.

2020.

David Walden, MD, is an Orthopedic Surgeon Kevin Lesh, MD, specializes in Sports

specializing in Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy

Medicine and Family Medicine. He

and General Orthopedic Surgery. He is also

grew up in Colorado Springs and

the team physician for the U.S. Basketball

has been Team Physician for several

team, treating and caring for elite athletes

Collegiate Division I and professional

in the Olympic Games and the Pan American

sports teams.

Games.

Whether you’re a professional athlete or lead an active lifestyle, a sports injury can be bothersome or even debilitating. Centura Sports Medicine award-winning physicians and researchers understand these challenges and are committed to your total wellness every step of the way. Our team of subspecialists brings years of training, experience and research to every patient.

Centura Sports Medicine offers quick access and comprehensive care that help you return to doing what you love. At the William J. Hybl Sports Medicine and Performance Center, our comprehensive services are designed to identify sports injuries and provide effective treatments that can help you return to play as safely and quickly as possible.

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Conditions Treated Conditions Conditions Treated Treated

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• Ankle fractures Ankle •• Ankle fractures fractures Ankle tendon injuries Ankle •• Ankle tendon tendon injuries injuries Biceps tendon injuries Biceps •• Biceps tendon tendon injuries injuries Chondromalacia (runner’s knee) Chondromalacia •• Chondromalacia (runner’s (runner’s knee) knee) Concussion Concussion •• Concussion Foot fracture Foot •• Foot fracture fracture Hand and finger tendon injuries Hand • Hand and and finger finger tendon tendon injuries injuries

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• Hand fractures Hand •• Hand fractures fractures Hip impingement Hip •• Hip impingement impingement Hip labral tear Hip •• Hip labral teartear injuries Kneelabral ligament Knee • Knee ligament ligament injuries injuries including ACL tear, MCL tear, including including ACL ACL tear, tear, MCL MCL tear,tear, LCL tear, and PCL tear LCL tear,tear, and and PCLPCL teartear • LCL Meniscus tear • Meniscus • Meniscus teartear • • • •

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• Patellar tendonitis Patellar •• Patellar tendonitis tendonitis Rotator cuff tear Rotator •• Rotator cuffcuff tear tear tendon Ruptured Achilles Ruptured •• Ruptured Achilles Achilles tendon tendon Shoulder dislocation Shoulder •• Shoulder dislocation dislocation Shoulder labral tear Shoulder •• Shoulder labral labral tear tear Tarsal tunnel syndrome Tarsal •• Tarsal tunnel tunnel syndrome syndrome Tennis elbow/tendinitis Tennis • Tennis elbow/tendinitis elbow/tendinitis

Care Conveniently Provided at: CareCare Conveniently Conveniently Provided Provided at: at: William J. Hybl Sports Medicine and Performance Center | 4925 N. Nevada Ave. | Colorado Springs, CO 80918 William William J. Hybl J. Hybl Sports Sports Medicine Medicine and and Performance Performance Center Center | 4925 | 4925 N. Nevada N. Nevada Ave.Ave. | Colorado | Colorado Springs, Springs, CO 80918 CO 80918

Book an Appointment: 719.776.4878 (HURT) Book Book an Appointment: an Appointment: 719.776.4878 719.776.4878 (HURT) (HURT) *Winner of 2020 Jack C. Hughston Sports Physician Award. *Winner *Winner of 2020 of 2020 JackJack C. Hughston C. Hughston Sports Sports Physician Physician Award.

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