Terri Sullivan Physical Therapy

Terri Sullivan Physical Therapy Pelvic floor specialist

After having a baby, there are many things that are normal and many that may need some attention. Having soreness and h...
09/05/2026

After having a baby, there are many things that are normal and many that may need some attention. Having soreness and heaviness at the pelvic floor is normal. In fact, 50% of women have some degree of prolapse after their birth, but it usually resolves after 3-6 months. Also, some women have a diastasis recti (a split lengthwise at the abdominal muscle), but that also can resolve with time. However, it is a good idea to see a pelvic health physical therapist, who can examine the pelvic floor muscles, abdominals, and the fascia surrounding the abdomen so you can resume normal activities w/o weakness, pressure or pain. Do you have questions? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095

Understanding the function of the pelvic floor makes it relevant if you start having problems. That is why working on b...
09/03/2026

Understanding the function of the pelvic floor makes it relevant if you start having problems. That is why working on both relaxation and strengthening exercises are essential regardless if you're having symptoms. Do you have questions? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095

Understanding how your pelvic floor assists in your function will make it relevant if something is not operating normall...
09/03/2026

Understanding how your pelvic floor assists in your function will make it relevant if something is not operating normally. Keeping up with regular relaxation and strengthening exercises are the keys to a healthy pelvic girdle. Do you have questions? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095

Stretching is a way to help keep your muscles supple and mobile for the activities that you want to participate in. Str...
09/01/2026

Stretching is a way to help keep your muscles supple and mobile for the activities that you want to participate in. Strengthening is vital for your body so that you can function. You need both to keep your muscles healthy, but sometimes people overdo one or the other. In particular, people will sometimes overstretch when they are in pain, when they actually need to strengthen. Also, people will strengthen the wrong muscles when they need some guidance in order to prevent injury. Do you have questions? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095

The "core" is a general term that refers to the central or foundational portion of our bodies that we can strengthen dur...
08/28/2026

The "core" is a general term that refers to the central or foundational portion of our bodies that we can strengthen during exercise, but it's not only the abdominal muscles and they should be addressed separately. A physical therapist can help determine which one of those core muscles needs to be targeted to help build your strength during function. Do you have questions? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095

The weeks after the birth of your child are a time for you to not only to take care of your baby, but allow yourself to ...
08/27/2026

The weeks after the birth of your child are a time for you to not only to take care of your baby, but allow yourself to heal. For more demanding physical tasks, ask for help from your spouse, family and friends. The 1st 4-6 weeks is time for you body to mend itself and avoid any strenuous activity. After about 6 weeks, it would be a good time to see you pelvic health physical therapist to have them examine your strength, help with scar tissue mobilization, and slowly progress exercises so you can return to full function. Do you have questions? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095

Pelvic floor physical therapy can be helpful during pregnancy, postpartum, when there is pelvic or back pain, with stres...
08/25/2026

Pelvic floor physical therapy can be helpful during pregnancy, postpartum, when there is pelvic or back pain, with stress or urge incontinence, with constipation, and if there is a feeling of pressure in the pelvic region. I can help with education, manual treatment, and exercise to help with the above pelvic issues. Do you have questions? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095

Pelvic floor strengthening is way more than Kegels. Kegels is also a bad way of referring to pelvic floor strengthening...
08/22/2026

Pelvic floor strengthening is way more than Kegels. Kegels is also a bad way of referring to pelvic floor strengthening exercises as it essentially means one size fits all. Effective pelvic floor strengthening includes functional retraining, breathing, relaxing, and incorporating contractions into other exercises. Do you have questions? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095

Pelvic floor strengthening is way more than Kegels. Actually, physical therapists are trying to refrain from using that...
08/22/2026

Pelvic floor strengthening is way more than Kegels. Actually, physical therapists are trying to refrain from using that name as it is too general and doesn't emphasize the importance of pelvic floor strengthening. Essentially, you should work on your pelvic floor strength during function, synchronized with breath, and while performing other activities. Do you have questions? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095

08/20/2026

Do you have questions? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095.

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11505 Burnham Drive #302
Gig Harbor, WA
98332

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