EARH welcomes new occupational therapist

Occupational therapy is now available at East Adams Rural Hospital because of the recent addition of Heather Wagner. Wagner, employed by Odessa Memorial Hospital, travels to Ritzville every Thursday to work with individuals in need of occupational therapy.

While occupational therapy is commonly associated with the physical therapy (PT) practice, it differs greatly because of the focus for treatment. Occupational therapy (OT) services typically help individuals gain the ability to participate in daily activities through therapeutic exercises.

Wagner is a recent graduate from Eastern Washington...