Something Everybody Kneads

Overview

Something EveryBODY Kneads is a specialized massage therapy studio (not a traditional sauna facility) focused on therapeutic, post-operative recovery, prenatal/postnatal care, and wellness services. Founded by Licensed Massage Therapist Brittany Hamilton, it serves clients seeking pain relief, recovery from surgery, autoimmune conditions, or general relaxation in Birmingham and surrounding areas.

• Facility type: Professional massage clinic offering in-studio and potentially mobile sessions, emphasizing restorative care with a blend of science and compassion.
• Overall atmosphere and experience: Clients describe a serene, peaceful environment with a calming, kind demeanor from the therapist. Reviews highlight feeling comfortable, supported, and rejuvenated, with perfect pressure, attention to detail, and a professional vibe that promotes deep relaxation and healing.

Features & Amenities

• Add-ons included at no extra charge: Hot stones, aromatherapy, and cupping during therapeutic sessions.
• Personalized care: Custom treatment plans, intake assessments, photos/measurements for post-op clients, and tailored sessions based on individual needs.
• Specialized tools and techniques: Kinesiology tape, manual lymphatic drainage (MLD), myofascial release (MFR), cupping, heat/cold therapy.
• Products: Hand-crafted body polishes, scrubs, balms, moisturizing oils; post-op garments (faja fittings, stage 2, $180).
• Payment flexibility: Accepts HSA, FSA, AfterPay; gift cards available.
• Other: Mobile services, special events, spa parties; requires intro consultations for post-op packages.

Services

Services are categorized into Post-Operative & Scar Treatment, Therapeutic Massage, Prenatal & Postnatal Care, and Other Specialty Services:

Post-Operative & Scar Treatment

• Gentle Scar Treatment (45 min): Lymphatic, myofascial, Swedish for scars 8+ weeks old.
• Intro Post-Op Consultation with Treatment (75 min): Intake, assessment, personalized plan.
• 75 Min Post-Operative Treatment (75 min): Full body MLD and massage for recovery.
• Manual Lymphatic Drainage (30+ min): Improves circulation, reduces edema/cellulite.
• Fibrosis Treatment (75 min): Reduces pain/swelling/scar tissue with various techniques.
• Garment/Faja Fitting (30 min): Professional fitting for lipo/TT/BBL garments.
• Tape Method (30 min): Kinesiology tape for compression/skin retraction.

Therapeutic Massage

• 30 Min Focus Massage: Targets specific tension areas.
• 60 Min Therapeutic Massage (60 min): Relaxation, pain relief, neuromuscular/myofascial.
• 90 Min Therapeutic Massage (90 min): Extended deep care.
• Reflexology (30+ min): Foot reflex points for organ balance, migraines, etc.
• Stretch Sessions (30+ min): Assisted stretches for flexibility, circulation.

Prenatal & Postnatal Care

• Pregnancy Massage (60+ min): Reduces stress, swelling, improves sleep/hormones.
• Post-Pregnancy Massage (90 min): Recovery, hormone balance (Dr. note <6 weeks post).

Other

• Brazilian Lymphatic Sculpting (60 min): Custom fat reduction, detox, sculpting.
• Body Polish (45 min): Natural exfoliation, hydration scrubs/balms.
• Consultation Call/Video (20 min): Q&A, booking inquiries.

Pricing

• Post-Op/Scar: Gentle Scar $120, Intro Consultation $130, 75 Min Post-Op $150, MLD varies, Fibrosis $150, Faja Fitting $130-180, Tape $70.
• Therapeutic: 30 Min Focus $80, 60 Min $130, 90 Min $180, Reflexology varies, Stretch varies.
• Prenatal/Postnatal: Pregnancy varies, Post-Pregnancy $180.
• Other: Brazilian Sculpting $140, Body Polish $120, Consultation $20.

Note: Prices vary by duration; packages require intro session; garments $180.

Location & Hours

• Location details: Serves Birmingham, Jefferson, and Shelby Counties, Alabama. Mobile services available for special events/spa parties. Exact studio address not specified in content; bookings via Square (link in site).
• Operating hours: Not explicitly listed; appointments bookable online, client reviews mention driving 30 minutes across town.

Notes

• What makes this sauna/massage special: Birmingham’s premier post-operative specialist and only therapist offering Fibrosis Treatment and Gentle Scar Therapy locally. Bridges wellness and medicine with advanced certifications, 17+ years experience, BS in Kinesiology from UAB. Focuses on equitable access for surgery recovery (cosmetic, reconstructive, oncology, orthopedic), autoimmune, new mothers. 5-star rating over 38 Google reviews praising expertise, professionalism, results (e.g., “feel like a new person”). Emphasizes community health advocacy, physician partnerships, and empowerment—healing as a necessity, not luxury.