Terms of Use

Website Terms of Use

These terms govern access to and use of the Anjou Acupuncture website, including pages, content, forms, communications, and related website services.

  • Anjou Acupuncture
  • Last Updated: May 13, 2026

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the website operated by Anjou Acupuncture (“Anjou Acupuncture,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), including all pages, content, features, forms, communications, and services made available through this website.

By accessing, browsing, using, or submitting information through this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use, our Privacy Policy, our Medical Disclaimer, and any other policies or notices posted on this website. If you do not agree to these Terms of Use, you should not use this website.

1. Website Purpose

This website is provided for general educational, informational, administrative, and marketing purposes related to Anjou Acupuncture and its services.

The website may include information about acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine, East Asian medicine, neurofunctional acupuncture, functional anatomy, pain science, nervous system regulation, research findings, moxibustion, electroacupuncture, scalp acupuncture, lifestyle considerations, clinic services, waitlist registration, appointment availability, and related health topics.

This website is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, emergency care, individualized clinical recommendations, or a substitute for care from a physician, licensed acupuncturist, or other qualified healthcare provider.

2. No Medical Advice

The content on this website is provided for general educational and informational purposes only. It should not be interpreted as medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, prescription, or a recommendation for any specific condition, symptom, medication, supplement, herb, therapy, or course of care.

You should not rely on website content to self-diagnose, self-treat, delay medical care, discontinue prescribed medication, avoid emergency care, or replace individualized evaluation by an appropriate healthcare professional.

If you have questions about your health, symptoms, diagnosis, medications, pregnancy, fertility care, pain condition, neurologic condition, inflammatory condition, mental health, or any other medical concern, consult a qualified healthcare provider.

3. No Patient-Practitioner Relationship

Use of this website does not create a patient-practitioner relationship between you and Anjou Acupuncture or any practitioner associated with Anjou Acupuncture.

A patient-practitioner relationship is formed only after Anjou Acupuncture accepts you into care, obtains appropriate intake information and informed consent, performs an individualized clinical evaluation, determines that care is appropriate, and agrees to provide services.

Submitting a contact form, joining a waitlist, requesting an appointment, sending an email, calling the clinic, texting the clinic, or interacting with website content does not create a patient-practitioner relationship and does not guarantee acceptance as a patient or the availability of treatment.

4. Pennsylvania Scope of Practice

Anjou Acupuncture is based in Pennsylvania and provides services only within the scope permitted by applicable Pennsylvania law, professional licensing rules, and the training and qualifications of the treating practitioner.

Pennsylvania regulations describe the practice responsibilities of non-physician acupuncturists, including the requirement to perform an acupuncture evaluation and develop an acupuncture treatment plan, the circumstances under which symptomatic conditions may be treated, and the need for appropriate medical diagnosis or referral in certain circumstances. Pennsylvania regulations also distinguish acupuncturists from practitioners of Oriental Medicine and specify that practitioners of Oriental Medicine may use supplemental techniques including herbal therapy.

Nothing on this website is intended to expand the legal scope of practice of any Anjou Acupuncture practitioner. Nothing on this website should be interpreted as a claim that Anjou Acupuncture diagnoses disease, prescribes medication, replaces physician care, provides emergency medical services, or treats conditions outside the scope permitted by Pennsylvania law.

5. Emergency Disclaimer

This website is not monitored for emergencies and should not be used for urgent medical needs.

Do not use this website, email, text message, voicemail, online form, or waitlist form to request emergency care or communicate urgent symptoms.

Call 911 or seek immediate emergency medical care if you are experiencing chest pain, shortness of breath, stroke-like symptoms, sudden weakness or numbness, facial drooping, severe or unusual headache, fainting, seizure, severe allergic reaction, suicidal thoughts, significant bleeding, high fever, loss of bowel or bladder control, sudden vision changes, new confusion, rapidly worsening symptoms, or any condition that may be urgent or life-threatening.

6. Website Forms and Communications

The website may include contact forms, waitlist forms, appointment request forms, newsletter forms, or other communication tools. These forms are provided for general administrative, scheduling, waitlist, and non-urgent communication only.

Unless a form is clearly identified as a secure clinical intake form, you should not submit detailed medical history, diagnoses, medication lists, lab results, imaging reports, insurance identification numbers, Social Security numbers, emergency information, or other sensitive health information through public website forms.

By submitting information through the website, you represent that the information you provide is accurate, that you are authorized to provide it, and that you understand electronic communications may not be fully secure.

Anjou Acupuncture is not responsible for harm resulting from your submission of urgent, inaccurate, incomplete, unauthorized, or sensitive information through non-secure website channels.

7. Privacy

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy. The Privacy Policy explains how Anjou Acupuncture may collect, use, disclose, store, and protect information submitted through or generated by use of the website.

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have reviewed the Privacy Policy.

Pennsylvania has specific data breach notification requirements, including requirements that may apply when certain personal information is compromised. The Pennsylvania Attorney General provides guidance regarding the Breach of Personal Information Notification Act and Attorney General notice obligations in certain breach situations.

8. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, icons, images, photographs, videos, audio, designs, page layouts, educational materials, downloadable materials, research summaries, condition pages, service descriptions, branding elements, and other content, is owned by Anjou Acupuncture or used with permission, unless otherwise stated.

This content is protected by copyright, trademark, trade dress, and other intellectual property laws.

You may view, print, or download limited portions of the website for your own personal, non-commercial, informational use, provided that you do not remove copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices.

You may not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, display, publish, sell, license, create derivative works from, scrape, mirror, frame, republish, or commercially exploit any website content without prior written permission from Anjou Acupuncture.

9. Trademarks and Branding

The name Anjou Acupuncture, related logos, slogans, designs, trade dress, and branding elements are the property of Anjou Acupuncture or its owners, unless otherwise stated.

You may not use the Anjou Acupuncture name, logo, branding, or confusingly similar marks without prior written authorization.

Nothing on this website grants any license or right to use Anjou Acupuncture’s intellectual property except as expressly permitted in these Terms of Use.

10. Prohibited Uses

You agree not to use this website for any unlawful, harmful, abusive, fraudulent, misleading, or unauthorized purpose.

You may not:

  • use the website in violation of any federal, state, or local law
  • submit false, misleading, incomplete, or unauthorized information
  • impersonate another person or entity
  • attempt to gain unauthorized access to website systems, servers, databases, accounts, or networks
  • interfere with website security, functionality, or availability
  • upload or transmit viruses, malware, spyware, ransomware, malicious code, or harmful files
  • scrape, harvest, mine, or collect website data without permission
  • use automated bots, crawlers, scripts, or similar tools in a manner that burdens or disrupts the website
  • use the website to send spam, phishing messages, unsolicited marketing, or fraudulent communications
  • submit another person’s personal or health information without legal authority
  • use the website to request emergency care
  • copy or misuse website content, branding, or intellectual property
  • or use the website in any way that could damage Anjou Acupuncture, its patients, prospective patients, practitioners, employees, vendors, or the public.

Anjou Acupuncture reserves the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate access to the website if we believe a user has violated these Terms of Use or applicable law.

11. User-Submitted Information

If you submit information through the website, you are responsible for ensuring that the information is accurate, lawful, and authorized.

You should not submit information that is false, defamatory, obscene, threatening, discriminatory, infringing, unlawful, or otherwise inappropriate.

By submitting information, you grant Anjou Acupuncture the right to use that information for the purposes described in these Terms of Use, the Privacy Policy, and any applicable form-specific notice, including responding to your inquiry, managing waitlist or appointment requests, operating the clinic, and complying with legal obligations.

You should not submit confidential, proprietary, or sensitive information through general website forms unless you are specifically directed to do so through a secure clinical intake or patient communication system.

12. Research, Educational, and Clinical Content

This website may discuss scientific research, clinical studies, mechanisms of action, acupuncture theory, Traditional Chinese Medicine frameworks, neurofunctional concepts, and related educational topics.

Such content is provided for general education only. It does not guarantee clinical outcomes, establish a standard of care, promise effectiveness, or claim that acupuncture will diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Research and clinical information may change over time. Studies may have limitations, including small sample sizes, heterogeneous protocols, blinding challenges, placebo or expectancy effects, bias, publication limitations, and mixed findings.

You should consult a qualified healthcare provider before making healthcare decisions based on any educational content.

13. No Guarantees

Anjou Acupuncture does not guarantee any specific result, benefit, outcome, symptom improvement, pain reduction, fertility outcome, neurologic improvement, hormonal change, digestive improvement, emotional health outcome, inflammatory change, or other clinical result.

Individual responses to acupuncture and related therapies vary.

Any testimonials, examples, descriptions, case discussions, or educational materials on the website reflect general information or individual experiences and should not be interpreted as promises, guarantees, or typical results.

14. Third-Party Links and Services

This website may contain links to or integrations with third-party websites, platforms, services, videos, maps, scheduling tools, payment processors, electronic health record portals, research databases, social media platforms, email systems, analytics tools, or other external resources.

These third-party services are provided for convenience only. Anjou Acupuncture does not control and is not responsible for third-party content, availability, security, accuracy, privacy practices, policies, terms, or actions.

Use of third-party websites or services is at your own risk and may be governed by separate terms of use and privacy policies.

The inclusion of a third-party link does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, approval, or responsibility by Anjou Acupuncture.

15. Website Availability and Accuracy

Anjou Acupuncture makes reasonable efforts to maintain the website and provide accurate, useful information. However, we do not guarantee that the website will be uninterrupted, secure, error-free, complete, current, or free from viruses or harmful components.

Website content may be updated, changed, removed, or corrected at any time without notice.

Anjou Acupuncture does not warrant that any website content is suitable for your particular circumstances.

16. Advertising and Consumer Protection

Anjou Acupuncture intends for its website content to be accurate, educational, and not misleading. Pennsylvania’s Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law prohibits unfair or deceptive acts or practices in trade or commerce.

Nothing on this website should be interpreted as a deceptive claim, guaranteed result, promise of cure, or representation that acupuncture is appropriate for every person or every condition.

If you believe any website content is inaccurate or unclear, contact Anjou Acupuncture so the content can be reviewed.

17. Disclaimer of Warranties

This website and all website content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Anjou Acupuncture disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of accuracy, completeness, reliability, fitness for a particular purpose, merchantability, non-infringement, security, availability, and freedom from viruses or harmful code.

Anjou Acupuncture does not warrant that the website will meet your needs, produce any clinical outcome, or be available without interruption.

18. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Anjou Acupuncture, its owners, practitioners, employees, contractors, affiliates, vendors, service providers, representatives, and website contributors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, exemplary, or other damages arising out of or related to:

  • your use of or inability to use the website
  • your reliance on website content
  • errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in website content
  • unauthorized access to or use of information submitted through the website
  • website interruption, delay, malfunction, or security incident
  • third-party websites, platforms, services, or links
  • communications sent by email, text, voicemail, or website form
  • submission of urgent or sensitive information through non-secure channels
  • or any other matter related to the website.

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory asserted, including contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, statutory liability, or otherwise.

Nothing in these Terms of Use is intended to limit liability where such limitation is prohibited by law.

19. Indemnification

To the fullest extent permitted by law, you agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Anjou Acupuncture, its owners, practitioners, employees, contractors, affiliates, vendors, service providers, representatives, and website contributors from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees, including reasonable attorney’s fees, arising out of or related to:

  • your use or misuse of the website
  • your violation of these Terms of Use
  • your violation of any law or third-party right
  • your submission of false, misleading, unauthorized, or unlawful information
  • your submission of another person’s personal or health information without authority
  • or your misuse of website content, intellectual property, or communication tools.

20. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

By using this website, you agree that any dispute arising out of or related to these Terms of Use, the website, or your use of the website shall be handled in accordance with Pennsylvania law, except where federal law applies or where applicable law requires otherwise.

21. Venue and Jurisdiction

To the extent permitted by law, any legal action or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms of Use or the website shall be brought in the state or federal courts located in Pennsylvania, in the county where Anjou Acupuncture is located or another appropriate Pennsylvania venue.

You consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts for purposes of disputes related to these Terms of Use or the website.

22. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable, that provision shall be modified or limited to the minimum extent necessary so that it becomes enforceable, or, if modification is not possible, severed from these Terms of Use.

The remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

23. No Waiver

Anjou Acupuncture’s failure to enforce any provision of these Terms of Use does not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.

Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of Anjou Acupuncture.

24. Assignment

You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms of Use without prior written consent from Anjou Acupuncture.

Anjou Acupuncture may assign or transfer its rights and obligations under these Terms of Use in connection with a merger, acquisition, sale, restructuring, transfer of assets, change in ownership, or other business transaction.

25. Changes to These Terms

Anjou Acupuncture may update or revise these Terms of Use at any time. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates when these Terms were most recently revised.

Your continued use of the website after updated Terms are posted means you accept the updated Terms, subject to applicable law.

26. Contact Information

Questions about these Terms of Use may be directed to:

  • Anjou Acupuncture
  • [Street Address]
  • [City], Pennsylvania [ZIP Code]
  • Email: clinic@anjouacupuncture.com

Phone: [(###) ###-####]

Please do not send urgent medical information or sensitive health details through general legal or website contact channels. For medical emergencies, call 911 or seek immediate medical care.