Terms of Service

Last updated: January 2025

Introduction

Welcome to acl-mcl.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of our website and services. By accessing or using acl-mcl.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

IMPORTANT MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: acl-mcl.com is an informational website only. We are NOT a medical institution, healthcare provider, or medical professional. We do NOT provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All information on this website is for educational and informational purposes only.

Acceptance of Terms

By using our website, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our services.

Description of Services

acl-mcl.com provides educational and informational content about ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) and MCL (Medial Collateral Ligament) injuries. Our services include:

Educational Content: Information about knee ligament injuries, treatment options, and recovery processes
Physiotherapist Directory: Listings of qualified physiotherapists specializing in ACL and MCL rehabilitation
Recovery Resources: Educational materials about rehabilitation exercises and recovery timelines
Community Features: Patient stories and shared experiences (for informational purposes only)
Information Center: Guides, best practices, and educational content about knee injuries

Medical Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

NOT A MEDICAL INSTITUTION

acl-mcl.com is NOT a medical institution, healthcare provider, or medical professional. We are an informational website that aggregates and presents publicly available information about ACL and MCL injuries for educational purposes only.

NO MEDICAL ADVICE

The information provided on this website:

Is NOT medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
Should NOT be used as a substitute for professional medical consultation
Is for educational and informational purposes only
May not be accurate, complete, or up-to-date
Should be verified with qualified healthcare professionals

INFORMATION SOURCES

Our content is compiled from:

Publicly available medical research and literature
Cross-checked information from multiple sources
User-generated content and experiences
Professional medical resources and guidelines

We strive for accuracy but make NO WARRANTIES about the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any information on this website.

LEGAL PROTECTION

By using this website, you acknowledge and agree that:

We are NOT liable for any medical decisions made based on our content
We are NOT responsible for any adverse outcomes from following information on this site
You will consult qualified healthcare professionals for medical advice
You will NOT rely on our content for medical treatment decisions
We are protected from medical malpractice claims as we are not medical professionals

User Accounts

Account Creation

You may be required to create an account to access certain features
You must provide accurate and complete information
You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account

Account Responsibilities

You are responsible for all activities under your account
You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
You may not share your account credentials with others

User Content

Submitting Content

When you submit content to our platform (reviews, comments, recovery stories), you:

Grant us a license to use, display, and distribute your content
Represent that you have the right to submit such content
Agree not to submit false, misleading, or inappropriate content
Acknowledge that your content is for informational purposes only

Content Guidelines

Your content must not:

Violate any applicable laws or regulations
Infringe on intellectual property rights
Contain false or misleading medical information
Be spam, advertising, or promotional material
Harass, abuse, or harm others
Contain malware or harmful code
Provide specific medical advice or treatment recommendations

Content Moderation

We reserve the right to:

Review and moderate all user-submitted content
Remove content that violates our guidelines
Suspend or terminate accounts for violations
Edit content for clarity or formatting
Remove medical advice or treatment recommendations

Physiotherapist Directory

Directory Information

Our physiotherapist directory contains publicly available information
We do not verify the credentials or qualifications of listed professionals
Users should independently verify all information before seeking treatment
We are not responsible for the quality of care provided by listed professionals

Submission Process

Physiotherapists may submit their information for inclusion
We review submissions for basic completeness and relevance
We do not verify medical credentials or qualifications
We reserve the right to reject or remove listings at our discretion

User Responsibility

Users acknowledge that:

They must independently verify physiotherapist credentials
We are not responsible for treatment outcomes
They should consult multiple sources before choosing a healthcare provider
Our directory is for informational purposes only

Intellectual Property

Our Content

All content on acl-mcl.com is owned by us or our licensors
You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute our content without permission
Our trademarks and logos are protected by intellectual property laws

Your Content

You retain ownership of content you submit
You grant us a license to use your content on our platform
You may remove your content at any time
You represent that your content does not contain medical advice

Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Prohibited Uses

You may not use our services to:

Provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
Claim to be a medical professional or healthcare provider
Violate any applicable laws or regulations
Infringe on intellectual property rights
Transmit malware or harmful code
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
Interfere with the operation of our website
Collect personal information without consent
Engage in spam or unsolicited communications

Disclaimers

Service Availability

We strive to maintain high availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service
We may perform maintenance that temporarily affects service
We are not responsible for third-party service interruptions

Information Accuracy

We work to ensure information accuracy but cannot guarantee it
Medical information may be outdated or incomplete
Users should verify all information with qualified healthcare professionals
We are not responsible for any decisions made based on our content

NO WARRANTIES

Our services are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We specifically disclaim:

Any warranties of accuracy or completeness
Any warranties of fitness for a particular purpose
Any warranties of merchantability
Any warranties that the content is error-free

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for:

Any medical decisions or treatment outcomes
Any damages arising from reliance on our content
Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
Any damages exceeding the amount paid to us in the 12 months preceding the claim
Any damages related to medical treatment or healthcare decisions

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

Your use of our services
Your violation of these Terms
Your submission of content that infringes on others’ rights
Any medical decisions made based on our content
Any reliance on our information for medical treatment

Termination

By You

You may stop using our services at any time.

By Us

We may terminate or suspend your access to our services:

For violations of these Terms
For fraudulent or illegal activity
For extended periods of inactivity
At our discretion with reasonable cause

Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

Your right to use our services ends immediately
We may delete your account and content
Provisions that survive termination remain in effect

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:

Posting the updated Terms on our website
Sending email notifications to registered users
Updating the “Last updated” date

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

Informal Resolution

We encourage you to contact us first to resolve any disputes informally.

Arbitration

Any disputes not resolved informally shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of [Arbitration Organization].

Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes individually and waive any right to participate in class actions.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding our services.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Address: [Your Business Address]
Website: https://acl-mcl.com/contact

Additional Terms

For Healthcare Providers

You must provide accurate and current information about your practice
You are responsible for maintaining your own credentials and qualifications
You must comply with all applicable medical laws and regulations
You may not use our platform to provide direct medical advice

For Users

You are responsible for evaluating healthcare providers independently
We do not guarantee the quality or suitability of listed professionals
You should conduct your own research and due diligence
We are not responsible for any outcomes from medical treatment

For Content Contributors

Content must be based on personal experience or publicly available information
You may not submit content claiming to be medical advice
Content must be honest and constructive
You may not submit multiple reviews for the same provider

Medical Information Disclaimer

All medical information is for educational purposes only
Information may be outdated or incomplete
Users should consult qualified healthcare professionals
We are not liable for any medical decisions or outcomes
Our content does not constitute medical advice or treatment recommendations

These Terms of Service are effective as of the date listed above and apply to all users of acl-mcl.com. By using this website, you acknowledge that you understand and agree to these terms, including the medical disclaimers and limitations of liability.