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Abdominal Myofascial Release, Skin Rolling, C-section scar massage, postpartum, diastasis recti

A pelvic floor physical therapist explains what fascia is and demonstrates skin rolling as a self-care technique on her own abdomen. She pinches and lifts a fold of skin and rolls it downwards towards the pelvis while keeping the lift.

Abdominal Myofascial Release, Skin Rolling, C-section scar massage, postpartum, diastasis recti · Dr. Katrina | Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist · YouTube

Video: Abdominal Myofascial Release, Skin Rolling, C-section scar massage, postpartum, diastasis recti, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2VItV-eNw8

Length4:36
RatingClarity 3/5 · Credibility 4/5 · Relevance 2/5
Pelvic floor physical therapist demonstrating self-treatment on her own abdomen; different context from table massage.
Coverstechniques/skin-rolling
Watchhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2VItV-eNw8

Chapters

  1. 0:00 Intro
  2. 1:15 Skin Rolling
  3. 3:35 Demonstration

Key points

  • The basic movement is the same as on the back - pinch, lift, keep the lift, roll.
  • Rolling in one direction at a time makes the technique easier to control.
  • Shows skin rolling as something clients may be taught for self-care.

Cautions

  • Abdominal and scar work after surgery is outside Cert IV scope.
  • Makes broad claims (digestion, bloating, “hydrating” fascia) that should not be repeated to clients.