Terms and Conditions
1. Introduction and Acceptance
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the website located at https://greenortho.co.za (“the Website”), which is owned and operated by Steve Green Medical Orthotist Prosthetist (“the Practice,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and the terms of our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use or access this Website.
2. Purpose of the Website
The primary purpose of the Website is to:
Provide visitors with general information about the Practice and the orthotist/prosthetist services offered.
Allow clients to submit enquiries to the Practice using the contact form.
Facilitate direct contact with the Practice via a WhatsApp chat link.
3. Medical Disclaimer and Limitation of Advice
YOUR ATTENTION IS SPECIFICALLY DRAWN TO THIS SECTION.
General Information Only: All content provided on the Website, including descriptions of services, the glossary, and any information presented in the “Education” section (such as YouTube videos), is for general informational and educational purposes only.
Not Medical Advice: The information provided does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or a substitute for a physical consultation with a qualified healthcare practitioner, including a medical orthotist or prosthetist.
Reliance Risk: You acknowledge that any reliance placed on the information found on this Website is strictly at your own risk. The Practice is not responsible or liable for any consequences arising from your reliance on the general content of this Website.
Consultation Required: Users are advised to always seek the advice of a medical professional before making any health-related decisions based on information seen on this Website.
4. Communication, Enquiries, and No Transactions
Enquiry Form: Submitting the enquiry form creates a record of correspondence for the Practice to service your request. It does not create a patient-practitioner relationship or constitute a booking.
WhatsApp Link: The WhatsApp chat button merely facilitates the opening of a conversation on your device; the Practice is not responsible for the security or privacy practices of WhatsApp.
No Transactions: This Website is a brochure and enquiry site. There are no transactions, sales, or payments of any kind processed or funnelled through the Website. All payments and formal service agreements must be handled directly with the Practice.
5. Intellectual Property Rights (IP)
Ownership: All content on this Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, design, glossary terms, service descriptions, and the selection and arrangement of YouTube video links, is the property of Steve Green Medical Orthotist Prosthetist or its licensors and is protected by South African and international copyright laws.
Limited Use: You are permitted to view and print content for personal, non-commercial use only.
No User Content: Users cannot post, upload, comment on, or submit any publicly visible content to the Website.
6. Limitation of Liability and Warranties
“As Is” Basis: The Website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including, but not limited to, warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
No Guarantee: We do not warrant that the Website will be constantly available, entirely secure, free of viruses or other harmful components, or that the content is accurate, complete, or up-to-date.
Indemnity: You agree to indemnify and hold the Practice, its owner (Steve Green), employees, and agents harmless from any and all claims, damages, liabilities, and costs arising from your use of the Website, your breach of these Terms, or your reliance on the Website’s general information.
7. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
Governing Law: These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa.
Jurisdiction: Any legal dispute arising from or related to these Terms or the use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts in Gauteng, South Africa.
8. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to change these Terms at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of the Website after the changes have been posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.