LIABILITY WAIVER 

 

Under certain personal circumstances the therapies offered at Polarity may not be suitable to an individual's personal requirements or compatible with their current prescribed medications or medical treatments. To ensure all our clients receive the best possible experience and personal outcomes it is vitally important that this mandatory waiver is read, fully understood, and signed before any activities can be undertaken. If you are at all unsure then you should speak to a medical professional prior to using the therapies and facilities at Polarity.

Although published studies do indicate that the therapies offered by Polarity have both physical and mental health benefits. Polarity does not claim our activities as replacements for medication or any medical treatment of any kind. Only your personal doctor or other health professional can best advise you on matters relating to your health.

During phases of any acute illness please take professional medical advice from your doctor before partaking in any activities offered at Polarity. Please read the following information carefully before attending Polarity.

 

You MUST consult with your doctor prior to using the facilities at Polarity if you have any medical conditions. These include but are not limited to:

long term medication
fever
sensitivity to heat
over age 65
cardiovascular conditions including blood pressure issues
pacemaker/defibrillator
drug/alcohol abuse
joint injury (if within past 48 hours after injury)
haemophiliac/prone to bleeding
chronic conditions

disease associated with reduced ability to sweat (multiple sclerosis, diabetes and tumours are conditions associated with impaired sweating)

sauna and ice baths at Polarity must not be used if you are or think you might be pregnant.

 

The use of hot & cold immersion therapy has many benefits however like most activities, they do not come without risks. Although these side effects are rare. It is important to be aware of them. Some of the risks involve but are not limited to:

• Cold Shock Response

• Dehydration

• Drowning

• Hypothermia

• Heart Attack

• Increased Blood Pressure

• Dizziness

• Nausea

• Stroke

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Please read the following carefully:

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1. I understand that I am responsible for my own health & wellbeing when using all the amenities provided at Polarity. Including but not limited to the use of saunas, ice baths, gym equipment, massage, yoga & breathwork exercises.

 

2. I understand the risks involved in undergoing all activities provided at Polarity & should I have any health concerns I agree to consult a medical professional before using any services provided at Polarity.

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3. I understand that after an ice bath it is advised that I let my body heat up naturally and Polarity do not condone going back into the sauna to heat up. I understand that if I go against these instructions, I do so at my own risk.

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4.If I have any medical conditions, I understand that I participate fully at my own risk.

 

5.If I am pregnant, I understand that I participate fully at my own risk and that of my unborn child.

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6. I agree that I am over the age of 16.

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5.I agree not to sue, and hereby release Polarity Wellbeing Ltd, its related companies, employees, representatives, agents, officers, and directors from any and all claims, costs, demands, causes of action, and liability of any kind whatsoever for personal injury, death, property damage or loss that I may now or in the future have, known or unknown, which in any way results from or arises out of or in the course of my use of facilities or activities provided by Polarity.