Opu Lomi

Opu (stomach) Huli (turn) was traditionally performed on our keiki (little ones) when they acquired an upset tummy. A candle is lit, your wawae (feet) measured, and a pule (prayer) repeated while warm kukui nut oil slowly fills your piko (navel). This lomilomi begins at your na'au (abdomen) circulating outward, comforting your entire being. Abdominal manipulations helps relieve the body of excess stagnation, improving elimination and stimulating the lymphatic and the circulatory systems.

Opu Lomi strengthens the immune system and restructures the body. Because it addresses the visceral structures and positioning of internal organs, Opu Lomi stimulates them to work better and also helps correct the postural problems resulting from visceral imbalances. It releases deep-seated tensions and restores vitality. Opu Lomi has been helpful with chronic pains such as back, neck and shoulder pains and problems related to misalignment of the feet, legs and pelvis. Joint mobilization techniques may be used in these sessions.