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Terri Sullivan Physical Therapy

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Terri Sullivan Physical Therapy

Pelvic floor specialist

08/07/2025

Many of my patients who are experiencing pelvic pain, particularly those that suffer from endometriosis, feel like their body is not their own. When you're attending physical therapy, my objective is to help you take ownership of your body and achieving small wins. Healing is a journey and I hope to make that feel empowering and progressive. Do you have questions? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095.

08/06/2025

Some patient's wonder if they are a good candidate for pelvic floor therapy. I see patient's before and after birthing a baby, before and after endometriosis surgery, when they are experiencing stress or urge incontinence, when they are experiencing a prolapse, and when they are experiencing pain in the pelvis. Sometimes, when someone is not progressing with physical therapy for their back or hips, it could be that the pelvic floor is cause of their pain and dysfunction. Do you have questions? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095.

08/01/2025

Sciatica is one of those injuries that is very common, but can be difficult to treat on your own. Stretching and strengthening can be helpful, but there might be underlying issues that are causing the sciatic nerve irritation. It might be coming from the lumbar spine, it might be due to asymmetries of the back or pelvis, or it might be due to strength imbalances. Are you wondering where to start? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095.

07/30/2025

In the state of Washington, you don't need a referral from your doctor to see a physical therapist. So, if you start having any physical issues, it's better to see a pelvic or muscle specialist first to start treatment. If you see your doctor first, it will just prolong the time for you to get back to full function. Do you have questions? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095

07/29/2025

Bottom line, I just want you to be comfortable. I can always regulate the temperature in my room if being too cold or hot is an issue for you. We do move around quite a bit during the session, so wearing clothes that aren't restrictive are helpful. Do you have questions? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095.

07/26/2025

Balance is essential throughout life and we lose our ability to balance well as we age due to changes in vision, our ability to feel the ground, and the stiffening of the hairs in our ears that help with equilibrium. Physical therapy can help not only with strength of the legs and core, but improving the nervous systems ability to respond to balance. Would you like to learn how to improve your balance? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095.

07/24/2025

Regular stretching is important for our muscles as it brings blood to the tissues and can help with healing. Try not to be aggressive! Just 30-60 seconds for a body part, don't bounce, move slowly, and be active with the stretch to get the most out of it. Have questions? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095

07/23/2025

You've probably heard the phrase before, but movement is truly medicine. No matter the activity, the way to stay healthy is to incorporate movement. It can really be anything: putting on music to clean the house, gardening, walking, etc. Need help to get motivated? I'd love to be there for you! 253-649-4095

07/19/2025

There are many mistakes that patients' make when stretching:
- Stretching can be like scratching an itch; it feels good initially, but overdoing it can become problematic.
- When you are performing a stretch, make sure you are focusing your breath into that region.
- Overstretching a cold muscle could result in injury.
- When one spot feels tight, make sure to stretch the surrounding muscles as well.
- Stretching too quickly can also result in injury. Take your time, move slowly and hold for at least 30 seconds.
Not sure how long to stretch or do you wonder which stretches are best for you? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095

07/17/2025

This is a fun way to incorporate physical therapy into your daily activities. Some of the activities give the P.T. information about whether or not they are aggravating your condition, but others are great tips to get your moving and connecting to your body. Wanna play? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095

07/15/2025

Stretching is one of those controversial topics in the physical therapy world. The intent is to either prepare your muscles for activity or to prevent injury or soreness after exercise. In the morning, stretches can help loosen your muscles and joints as you prepare for the day. In the evening, stretching can help you relax and wind down after the days activities. If your wondering which stretches would work best for you, I'd love to help! 253-649-4095

07/12/2025

It's important to know the difference between chronic and acute pain. If you have acute pain and don't get it addressed, it can develop into chronic pain which will lengthen your time getting back to your prior level of function. If you have chronic pain, it's important to establish care with a physical therapist so that your symptoms can be addressed and with treatment, help you return to your prior level of activity. Do you have questions? I'd love to help! 253-649-4095.

Address

11505 Burnham Drive #302
Gig Harbor, WA
98332

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	7am - 4pm

Website

http://terrisullivanpt.net/

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