Where are you located?
Greene Bodywork operates out of a cozy office in suite 1 at 41 Enterprise Dr. Parking is available directly to your left when you pull into the driveway, and the waiting area is just through the front doors and to the right.
What is your rescheduling/cancellation policy?
I understand that life can sometimes be unpredictable, and schedules may need to change at the last minute. I do my best to be as accommodating as possible but in order to ensure all my clients have fair access to appointment slots and to respect the time and effort that goes into preparing for each session, I have the following cancellation policy in place.
I understand and agree to the rescheduling and cancellation policy: If I need to reschedule less than 48 business hours prior to my appointment, for any reason, a fee 30% the cost of my appointment will be charged to my credit card on file. Any communication received after business hours will be considered as intended for the following business day. If I cancel on the day of, for any reason, or if I do not show up to my appointment, I agree that I am responsible for the full price of the session. I understand that if I am late for any reason, my session may have to be cut short, and that I will still be responsible for the full price of the appointment.
*Greene Bodywork’s operating hours are 11am-7pm Monday-Thursday and 11am-6pm on Friday. Please reach out to make changes during business hours. Any communication received after hours will be considered as intended for the following business day.
Can everyone receive bodywork?
Most of us associate bodywork with feeling better, and while massage and lymphatic therapies are perfectly safe in most cases, there are a few instances where they can actually be dangerous. You can read about massage and lymphatic therapy contraindications here.
Please reach out with any questions, the cancellation policy will apply if you arrive to your appointment without notifying your therapist of contraindicated conditions.
Why don’t you accept tips?
Did you know that massage therapists in Michigan and most other states are licensed health care providers? Other licensed health care professions include dentistry, nursing, chiropractic, physical therapy, and many others; when is the last time you tipped your physician? Or your physical therapist? Or your nurse? Then does it really make sense to tip your massage therapist? I don’t think so.
So why is tipping after a massage so common? Even though records from 3000 BC show that humans have recognized the positive impact of massage on the body seemingly since the dawn of medicine, massage therapy has only been a licensed profession in Michigan since 2009, making ours the 41st state to regulate the massage industry. And for a long time the easiest place to find a massage therapist has been spas, where the prices seem low but any customization to your treatment is an additional charge, and because the workers make abysmal wages, tipping is expected. Perhaps I’m biased, but this doesn’t seem like the best way to do things.
As my long time clients know, I am a clinical practitioner, and I strive to elevate my own knowledge and bodywork skills as well as my industry. To this end I do not charge extra for any additions to your sessions like aromatherapy, hot stones, or different techniques. I am genuinely invested in your health and wellbeing; trying to nickel and dime my clients then asking for tips just doesn’t feel in line with that. I greatly prefer this kind of pricing transparency and I hope my clients do too.
What is “Integrative Bodywork”?
Personally I find the terms “relaxation” and “deep tissue” massage to be short sighted and misleading. Just as there are a variety of effective techniques with lighter pressure, you can have deep pressure without the pain and intense discomfort many people expect from a “deep tissue” session; and none of them inherently sacrifice the relaxation element of a massage. I prefer the term integrative bodywork, in other words a combination of techniques from many modalities, because each client’s goals are different, so the combination of techniques we integrate into the session will be different.
It’s difficult to classify what I offer as any single style as I include techniques from a number of different modalities depending on your individual needs, as well as functional stretching and strengthening recommendations. The term Integrative Bodywork encompasses all the different styles of bodywork that I draw from when working with clients to address their unique needs.
How long should my session be?
A good rule of thumb is to ask yourself how many areas you’d like your therapist to really focus on and address.
If you only have one area that is giving you trouble, an hour is usually perfect.
If there are two or three areas of discomfort, consider a 90 minute session so your therapist has enough time to thoroughly address each problem area, and you’re not left feeling like the session was incomplete.
If you’re having an “EVERYTHING HURTS!” day, a two hour session may be the most beneficial.
30 minute sessions are ideal for young children who may not be able to sit still for a longer session, as well as lymphatic drainage sessions for very specific areas. I also encourage those new to bodywork to try a 30 minute session to see what it’s like and if it’s something they want to incorporate into their healthcare routine.
How often should I receive bodywork?
Post injury or surgery a gentle 60 minute integrative session with lymphatic drainage once every week or two is ideal, and as your healing progresses more time can pass between sessions.
For those ongoing pains with no clear cause your therapist will be able to make an informed recommendation after your first session. Once any problem areas have been addressed, and a good wellness routine is established, once a month is typically recommended.
I encourage you to listen to your body! This question is so difficult to answer because there is no one size fits all approach to bodywork. Many factors contribute to our discomfort, making each person’s bodywork needs unique.
What can I do between massages to stay pain free?
Regular stretching and exercise are highly recommended. You can find my personal recommendations here on the self care page. Finding a personalized routine that works well for your body and unique needs can be challenging, try a number of different stretches/exercises for each problem area to see which ones help you the most. You can also book a therapeutic stretching or functional strengthening session for help with finding the right techniques to address your specific concerns.
Didn’t find the answer to your question? Please reach out!
You can reach me with questions via text, email, or phone. Please note that I am the sole practitioner at this office, and as such am not often available via phone, but I will make every effort to get back to you in a timely fashion if that is your preferred method of communication.
(734) 224-9748
amy@greenebodywork.com