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Physical Therapy
Physical therapists, as key members of today’s health care team, provide medical support through evaluation, treatment, and prevention of a wide variety of movement and function problems. Physical therapists and physical therapist assistants work with individuals to improve movement potential, decrease pain, and achieve individual therapy goals for optimal health.
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:
 Dawn Addison-Corbit, PT, DPT. Dawn is a resident of Laurel, NE. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of South Dakota in 1992 and earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2008 from the University of South Dakota. Dawn’s interests include orthopedics, geriatrics and aquatic therapy.
Amy Bowers, PT, MPT. Amy graduated from UNMC in 1992. She is a lifelong resident of Wayne and began working at PMC in 1995. Her interests include sports medicine/orthopaedics rehab. She is involved with inpatient rehab and the discharge planning team.
Barb Braun, PTA. Barb graduated from Western Iowa Technical Community College in August of 2005. She graduated with an Associate of Applied Science degree as a physical therapist assistant. Barb is originally from Niobrara, Nebraska. She currently resides in Ponca, Nebraska. Her interests include orthopedics, aquatic therapy, and hands-on therapy techniques.
Jean Harrold-Loberg, PT. Jean is from Palmer, IA. She graduated from the University of Iowa and has worked as a PT for 23 years. She is certified in adult Neuro-Developmental Techniques. Her interests include balance/vestibular disorders and neurological patients.
Amanda Heithold, PTA. Mandy graduated from Northeast Community College in 2005 with an associate of applied science degree as a physical therapist assistant. She is a lifelong resident of Wayne and her interests include geriatrics, orthopedics, and neurological rehabilitation.
Andrea Johnson, PT, DPT. Andrea is originally from Wakefield, NE. After receiving her Bachelor of Science degree from Wayne State College in 2002, she attended Creighton Univerisity and completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2005. Her interests include manual therapy, orthopaedics and pediatric therapy.
Gail McCorkindale, PT, DPT. Therapy Supervisor. Gail is originally from Bancroft, NE. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Dana College, graduated from the PT program at UNMC in 1990 and completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree through Creighton University in 2005. Gail's clinical interests include manual therapy, orthopedics, and women's health.
Molly Redden, PT, DPT. Molly received her Bachelor of Science degree from WSC in 2002 and completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy through the University of South Dakota in 2007. Molly is a lifelong resident of Wayne and her interests include orthopaedics, pediatrics and aquatic therapy.
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.
Fall Prevention
Providence Medical Center has a fall prevention program designed to identify individuals at risk of falling and to provide a treatment program to enhance safe mobility within the home and community. Based on a client’s risk of falling, an outpatient physical therapy program and/or a home exercise program will be implemented. Therapy treatment may include activities to increase strength, flexibility, and balance. Recommendations will be made as needed for assistive devices (walker, cane, etc.) and home modifications.
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.
Orthopaedics/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.
Prosthetic Training
Our therapists, in conjunction with a Prosthetist or Orthotist, train patients in the use of prosthetic or orthotic devices.
Splinting and Braces
PMC therapists are trained in measurement for and fabrication of appropriate prescribed devices for patients.
Women's Health
PMC Therapy Department offers specialized treatment for a variety of medical conditions affecting women throughout their lives. Following evaluation, an individual treatment plan is established, and the therapy plan of care is approved by the woman’s physician.
Dysmenorrehea
Painful menstruation may be relieved with therapeutic exercise and therapy modalities
Fibromyalgia
A chronic condition with widespread musculoskeletal pain and tender points. Treatment focuses on reducing pain and promoting improved function through use of therapeutic exercise, patient education and thermal modalities.
Osteoporosis
A condition in which the bones become thin and brittle and more prone to fractures. Therapy incorporates exercise, patient education, and application of external supports as needed and therapeutic modalities to decrease pain. PMC offers an 8-session osteoporosis program of exercise and multi-disciplinary education in a group setting.
Pelvic Floor Pain/Dysfunction
The supporting musculature of the bladder, rectum, uterus, and abdominal contents can become dysfunctional. This can result in discomfort with intercourse, sitting, and general daily activities. Treatment may include pelvic floor relaxation training, manual therapy, biofeedback, and modalities to decrease symptoms.
Urinary Incontinence
The involuntary loss of urine is not an inevitable condition of childbirth or aging and can usually be corrected or managed. Incontinence can be treated through patient education, behavioral modification techniques, bladder retraining, exercise, biofeedback and or pelvic muscle electrical stimulation.
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-fracture
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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