What is Lomi Lomi Massage Therapy and Who Can Benefit From It?
Lomi lomi is a form of massage therapy originating in Hawaiian culture. Traditionally performed by healers called “kahunas” in conjunction with herbs, purifying, salts, and prayer, it was often shared among family members and passed from one generation to the next. The massage is sometimes accompanied by hula dance to keep the body of the masseur or masseuse in sync with that of his or her client. This massage technique employs the use of the elbows, knuckles, palms, forearms, and even knees and feet, although these are less commonly incorporated. Practictioners frequently use both hands simultaneously on different parts of the body, and even work with fellow masseurs or masseuses to perform four-hand massage. Reminiscent of the art of dance, lomi lomi strokes are broad and fluid. This massage style produces positive effects, both physically and emotionally. Based on the notion that love is the source of overall well-being, this ancient technique works to cancel the negative effects of
