Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the website at lakeviewchiropractic.ca (the “Site”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and anyone who accesses the Site. They govern your use of the Site only and do not constitute a patient agreement or clinical contract. Chiropractic services provided at our clinic are subject to separate consent and treatment agreements.

2. About Us

Lakeview Chiropractic is a chiropractic clinic located at 6449 Crowchild Trail SW #108, Calgary, Alberta, T3E 5R7. The clinic is operated by Dr. Michael Kricken, Registered Chiropractor, and is regulated by the College of Chiropractors of Alberta.

3. Permitted Use of the Site

The Site is provided for informational purposes. You may use the Site to:

• Learn about our clinic, services, and chiropractor.
• Find contact information and clinic hours.
• Submit appointment or enquiry requests through our forms.
• Read educational content published on our blog and condition pages.

You agree not to:

• Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable law or regulation.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site or its related systems.
• Transmit any harmful, offensive, or disruptive content through the Site.
• Reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit any content from the Site without our prior written consent.
• Use any automated means (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to collect content or data from the Site without our express permission.

4. No Patient-Practitioner Relationship

Use of this Site, including submission of an enquiry or appointment request form, does not establish a patient-practitioner relationship between you and Lakeview Chiropractic or Dr. Michael Kricken. A patient relationship is established only upon in-person assessment and your explicit consent to treatment at our clinic.

Information submitted through the Site (including new patient forms) is for administrative and scheduling purposes only and should not be treated as clinical advice or a substitute for professional assessment.

5. Health Information Disclaimer

The content published on this Site - including blog articles, condition descriptions, FAQ answers, and general information - is provided for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to:

• Constitute or replace professional medical or chiropractic advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
• Be relied upon as a basis for clinical decision-making.
• Address your specific health circumstances, symptoms, or conditions.

Always seek the guidance of a qualified and licensed healthcare provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition or health concern. Never disregard or delay seeking professional advice because of something you have read on this Site.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department immediately.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and all content, materials, and functionality available through it are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Lakeview Chiropractic disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
• Warranties that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
• Warranties as to the accuracy, completeness, or currency of any content on the Site.

We make reasonable efforts to ensure the accuracy and currency of information on the Site, but chiropractic knowledge and clinical guidance evolve over time. Content may not reflect the most current evidence or practice standards at any given time.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Lakeview Chiropractic, Dr. Michael Kricken, and any affiliated staff or contractors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with:

• Your use of, or inability to use, the Site or its content.
• Any reliance placed on information contained on the Site.
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your submissions or data.
• Any errors, interruptions, or delays in the operation of the Site.

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory asserted and even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

8. Third-Party Links and Content

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, including Google Maps, social media platforms, and external booking tools. These links are provided for convenience only. We do not endorse, control, or assume any responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or availability of any third-party site. Accessing third-party links is at your own risk.

9. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site - including text, images, graphics, logos, and design - is the property of Lakeview Chiropractic or its content providers and is protected by applicable Canadian copyright and intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, republish, or redistribute any content from this Site without our express prior written consent.

Limited personal, non-commercial use is permitted (e.g., printing a page for your own reference), provided that our copyright notice is retained and the content is not modified.

10. Online Forms and Communications

By submitting any form on this Site (including appointment requests or new patient intake forms), you acknowledge that:

• Electronic communications through this Site are not guaranteed to be secure or confidential.
• Submission of a form does not guarantee an appointment or clinical acceptance.
• We will make reasonable efforts to respond to enquiries in a timely manner, but response times are not guaranteed.

For urgent matters, please contact us directly by phone at (403) 475-8444.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Alberta and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Alberta.

12. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update or revise these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

13. Privacy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

14. Contact Us

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