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Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy is the therapeutic use of self-care, work/productivity, and leisure activities to increase independent function, enhance development, and prevent disabilities. Occupational Therapy includes adapting tasks and the environment to maximize independence and quality of life. The term occupation refers to activities that are meaningful to the individual within the environments in which the person lives and functions.
Occupational therapists see a variety of individuals ranging in age from birth to geriatrics with physical, psychological and cognitive disabilities. Occupational Therapists are a part of a comprehensive health care team working towards maximum function and independence within the home, school or work environment.
General Services
Providence Therapy Department provides services for outpatients, skilled and acute inpatients, home health patients and long-term care residents with physician referral.
Mission Statement
Providence Medical Center Therapy staff will respond to physicians’ orders in an expedient and professional manner, provide ethical outcome-based intervention, and interact with others with respect and a positive attitude.
Hours of Operation
7:30am to 5:30pm Monday through Friday
Special appointments may be scheduled on an individual basis
Phone:
(402)375-7937 or (877)375-PTOT (7868)
Fax:
(402)375-7956
Locations:
Providence Medical Center (south entrance to the west addition)
1200 Providence Road
Wayne, NE 68787
Phone: (402)375-7937
Toll Free: 877-375-PTOT (7868)
PMC Wildcat Sports Medicine Center (Use east entrance located in the upper level of the Rec Center)
Wayne State College
Wayne, NE
Phone: (402)375-7937 or 877-375-PTOT (7868)
Wakefield Health Care Center (located on the west end of the Care Center)
306 Ash St
Wakefield, NE
Phone: (877)375-PTOT (7868)
Providence Therapy Outreach Clinic
699 Cedar Ave.
Laurel, NE
Phone: (402)256-9551
Toll Free: 877-375-PTOT (7868)
Meet our staff:
 Michelle Dietrich, MS, OTR/L. Michelle graduated from Wayne State College and received her Occupational Therapy Degree from the University of South Dakota at Vermillion in 1995. She currently resides in Laurel. Michelle is an MLD/CDT Certified Lymphedema Therapist, and her other special interests include pediatrics and hand therapy. Michelle is involved in inpatient rehab and is on the discharge planning team.
Pam Downing, OTR/L. Pam Downing is an Occupational Therapist who graduated in 1987 from the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks. She lives in Yankton, S.D. and commutes on a part-time basis to Providence Medical Center. Pam enjoys all aspects of Occupational Therapy scopes of practice.
Therapy Services Offered:
Aquatic Therapy
Aquatic therapy is the fastest growing area of physical and occupational therapy and rehabilitation. An aquatic therapy program through PMC offers our patients a chance to have early effective outcomes through active rather than passive treatments. Water supports and challenges, while promoting a return to full function. In summary, an aquatic physical and occupational therapy program gives PMC a chance to provide a service that meets the needs of the communities we serve.
Ergonomics
PMC therapists work with their patients and PMC employees in evaluating job-related or hobby-related ergonomic hazards. PMC therapists evaluate and redesign workstations to promote optimal posture and body position.
Lymphedema
A persistent swelling of the arm or leg can be treated through exercise, massage, and compression garments.
Neurological Services
Clients who have experienced neurological damage, such as stroke or head injury, or have a chronic neurological disease (multiple sclerosis or Parkinson’s disease) may benefit from a complete assessment of functional capabilities. Specialized therapy techniques by trained therapists maximize a client’s potential for independence and safety in the home and the community. A combination of occupational therapy, physical therapy and speech therapy may be necessary to provide a comprehensive treatment program.
Orthopedics/Sports Medicine
Providence Medical Center therapists perform orthopedic evaluations on patients with acute athletic and work-related injuries, joint conditions and muscular dysfunctions. The therapists establish an individual treatment program based on diagnosis, assessment findings, and goals. The staff of therapists and assistants incorporates hands-on treatment techniques or utilize equipment in the 2000 square-foot Therapy Department. The therapy staff also has access to exercise equipment in the fully equipped Wellness Center located at Providence Medical Center.
Splinting and Braces
PMC therapists are trained in measurement for and fabrication of appropriate prescribed devices for patients.
Wound Care
Wound care evaluation and treatment are offered by PMC therapists in conjunction with the PMC wound care team. Types of wounds treated include surgical incisions, burns, or chronic open wounds of pressure or vascular origin. Treatment may consist of whirlpool, pulsatile lavage or manual debridement edema reduction, unloading of weight bearing, and instruction in self-care to patients and families.
Patient types include:
Musculoskeletal Injuries
muscle strain
ligament sprain
joint inflammation
post-fractures
Post-Surgical Conditions
joint replacement
fracture stabilization
ligament and tendon repair or reconstruction
spinal surgery
Therapy Treatment
hands-on exercise
exercise equipment
exercise instruction
modalities (biofeedback EMG, electrical muscle stimulation, infrared and laser light therapy, heat and/or cold, iontophoresis, mechanical traction, ultrasound, whirlpool)
gait/balance training
brace or splint application
Therapy Goals
restore joint motion
restore muscle strength
increase independence with mobility
decrease pain symptoms
return each patient to full rehabilitative potential
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