Safety Instructions for Whole Body Cryotherapy: You must wear cotton or wool socks (and underwear for men) to avoid chilblain. Treatments are limited to 3 minutes per session. Overexposure to the cold temperatures may cause chilblain; During treatment, you must avoid inhaling nitrogen fumes; while non-toxic, they are devoid of oxygen and may cause fainting; You may end the procedure at any time if you experience any problems or anxiety; Abnormal skin sensitivity to cold may be caused by certain foods, cosmetics, or medication, including but not limited to the following: tranquilizers, high blood pressure medication; A person who is less than (18) years of age may not use whole body cryotherapy without parental consent It is important to not shave exposed areas within 8 hours of a session. Contraindications to using Cryotherapy: Pregnancy, severe Hypertension (BP>180/100), acute or recent myocardial infarction, unstable angina pectoris, arrhythmia, symptomatic cardiovascular disease, cardiac pacemaker, peripheral arterial disease, cold-activated asthma, venous thrombosis, acute or recent cerebrovascular accident, uncontrolled seizures, Raynaud’s Syndrome, fever, Cryoglobulinemia, Cryo briogenmua, Agammaglobulinemia, Active Cancer, DVT, Acute infections, Certain medications (antipsychotic, alcohol), Cold intolerance/allergy to cold, Damaged skin, Claustrophobia, symptomatic lung disorders, bleeding disorders, severe anemia, infection, age less than 18 (parent consent needed), acute kidney and urinary tract diseases. Precautions Heart valve malfunction, Arrhythmia, Angina, A history of vein thrombosis and clotting, excessive sweating Risks of whole body cryotherapy/local cryotherapy: Fluctuations in blood pressure (whole body cryotherapy only, due to peripheral vasoconstriction, blood pressure may increase by up to 10 points systolically during treatment), allergic reaction to extreme cold (rare), anxiety, temporary redness of the skin, chilblain/skin burns/scarring (very rare). Waiver of Liability and Hold Harmless Agreement: In consideration for using cryotherapy treatments/machines (equipment), local cryotherapy, compression therapy, and any other equipment; I hereby release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless CRYO252, its officers, servants, agents, employees and volunteers (hereinafter referred to as releases) from any liability, claims, demands, actions and causes of action whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, that may be sustained by any person, while using equipment or due to the use of the equipment. I hereby confirm that no warranty or guarantee, or other assurance, has been made to me covering the results of cryotherapy treatments, and I hereby relieve them and hold them harmless from all liabilities for injury or damage that may occur to me. I fully understand the administration process, including possible adverse reactions, side effects, or other possible complications. It is understood that this consent is being given in advance of any administration of the process, and is being given by me voluntarily to use the equipment. I am fully aware of the risks and hazards connected with the use of the equipment, including the risk of physical injury or disability as the result of such injury, and I am voluntarily participating in said equipment usage, and entering the above named premises to engage in such usage. I voluntarily assume full responsibility for any risks of loss, property damage or personal injury that may be sustained, or any loss or damage to property as a result of being engaged in such an activity. I further hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless the releases from any loss, liability, damage or costs that may incur due to the use of equipment by me. It is my express intent that this release and hold harmless agreement shall bind the members of my family and spouse if I am alive, and my heirs, assigns and personal representatives, if I am not alive, and shall be deemed as a release, waiver, and discharge of the above named releases. I hereby further agree that this waiver of liability and hold harmless agreement shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina. I understand that the releases will not be responsible for any medical costs associated with any injury. I understand that the equipment is designed for fitness and appearance enhancing use only by persons in good health. I have been advised that if I suffer from any medical condition or illness whatsoever, I am not to use equipment without my doctor’s written permission. My signature below constitutes my acknowledgement that (1) I have read, understand, and fully agree to the foregoing consent, (2) the proposed cryotherapy process has been satisfactorily explained to me and I have all of the information I desire and (3), I hereby give my authorization and consent. This consent shall stand as long as I use the equipment at the location now and in the future. I have read the instructions for proper use of the facilities and do so at my own risk and hereby release the owners, operators, franchisers, or manufacturers, from any damage or harm that I might incur due to use of the facilities. In signing this release, I acknowledge and represent that I have read and understand the foregoing waiver of liability and hold harmless agreement, I am at least 18 years of age and fully competent; and I execute this release for full, adequate, and complete consideration fully intending to be bound by the same. Furthermore, I agree that I will comply with all instructions on the use of the cryotherapy devices and that I am sing these services at my own risk. I agree to use all sessions within the terms of the contract and understand that refunds are not given on unused portions or packages. |