Pain with sex. Tailbone aching. A deep pressure that gets worse as the day goes on. These aren't things you just have to manage — they're pelvic floor problems that respond to the right treatment. Dr. Loretta Barry, DPT specializes in getting Sacramento-area women out of pain and back into their lives.
These are the pelvic pain complaints Dr. Loretta Barry treats most often in Sacramento. You've likely been told it will resolve with time — but time alone often isn't enough.
Pelvic pain is almost never just "in your head" or something you need to push through. It has a physical source — and identifying that source is the first thing Dr. Loretta Barry does in every evaluation.
Myofascial release. The pelvic floor muscles and surrounding soft tissues often develop trigger points, restrictions, or excessive tension after childbirth. Dr. Loretta Barry uses both internal and external manual therapy to release these tissues directly.
Muscle down-training. Many women with pelvic pain have a pelvic floor that is overactive — chronically tense, not too weak. Traditional kegel-focused care makes this worse. Dr. Loretta Barry teaches specific techniques to reduce resting tension and restore normal muscle function.
Movement retraining. Compensation patterns after childbirth can perpetuate pain by overloading certain tissues repeatedly. Dr. Loretta Barry identifies these patterns and works to correct how you move, sit, lift, and exercise so your body stops recreating the problem.
Return to intimacy planning. Pain with sex is a common and deeply personal challenge that deserves a specific, sensitive plan. Dr. Loretta Barry creates a graduated return program that respects the physical and emotional dimensions of this experience.
Resolving pelvic pain follows a clear three-phase arc — from reducing pain and tension to rebuilding function to returning to full freedom of movement.
Reduce pelvic floor tension, release myofascial restrictions, and calm the nervous system's pain response. Building a tissue baseline that allows function without pain.
Correct movement patterns, improve coordination, and restore normal muscle function. Address the root causes so pain doesn't come back when you return to activity.
Return to sex, exercise, sitting comfortably, and daily life without fear or limitation. Take back the experiences that pelvic pain has been keeping from you.
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"I developed severe tailbone pain during pregnancy and sitting was impossible. She comes to your house and is incredibly sweet, down to earth, and knowledgeable. After about six sessions I already feel a huge difference."
"Loretta helped me discover that my pelvic floor issues were due to an overly tight pelvic floor that had affected my life for years. Now my pelvic floor is the strongest it's been in over a decade."
Can pelvic floor PT help with pain with sex after having a baby?
Yes. Pain with sex after childbirth is one of the most common conditions Dr. Loretta Barry treats. It's often caused by scar tissue, pelvic floor tension, or nerve sensitivity. PT addresses these causes directly with manual therapy, muscle down-training, and a graduated return-to-intimacy plan.
Why is my tailbone hurting after giving birth?
Tailbone pain after birth is often caused by delivery forces on the coccyx or pelvic floor muscles going into protective tension. Dr. Loretta Barry treats this with internal and external manual therapy targeting the pelvic floor and tissues surrounding the coccyx.
Is pelvic pain after pregnancy normal?
Pelvic pain after pregnancy is common but not something you have to accept. It's almost always a musculoskeletal issue that responds well to physical therapy. Most patients see meaningful improvement within a few sessions.
What does pelvic pain PT involve?
Dr. Loretta Barry begins with a thorough assessment to identify the source and type of pain. Treatment typically includes myofascial release (internal and external), muscle down-training, movement retraining, and specific exercises. She also addresses daily habits and postures contributing to symptoms.
How long does pelvic pain PT take to work?
Most patients begin noticing meaningful pain reduction within 3–6 sessions. Pelvic pain involving significant muscle tension often responds quickly to manual therapy. Dr. Loretta Barry will give you a realistic timeline during your free discovery call.
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A free discovery call is 15 minutes. Dr. Loretta Barry will listen, answer your questions, and tell you exactly how she can help — no pressure, no commitment.
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