Waiver

Welcome to Evolve Human Optimization Labs! We have over 20+ various modalities. In order to ensure you have a comfortable experience, individuals who visit Evolve Human Optimization Labs agree to read through and acknowledge the guidelines in this form.

Evolve Etiquette

We believe in a respectful, clean, and welcoming experience for all of our guests. Please read through and acknowledge our code of kindness.

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  • Clothing and swimwear should be family friendly. We want to maintain a comfortable environment for all. 

  • Limit to TWO towels per visit. 

  • In order to keep the saunas clean, be sure to always be seated on a towel while in the sauna. 

  • Be considerate. Adhere to all time guidelines for time restricted modalities. 

  • Be respectful of others. Take phone calls outside. 

  • Remove your name from the waitlist after using Red Light Therapy (RLT).

  • Take care of equipment - wipe after each use.

  • No wet swimwear allowed outside of the Fire & Ice, RLT, or Infrared sauna rooms.

  • Do not sit on/in the massage chairs or recliners while wet.

  • We are a shoeless facility. If you require an exemption due to a medical condition where you need to wear shoes or sandals, please discuss privately with a staff member. If you are wearing outdoor shoes, we may ask you to remove them.

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General Guidelines

1. The use of drugs or alcohol prior to or during the sauna or cold water immersion session may lead to dizziness or unconsciousness. Drugs and alcohol are not allowed on the Evolve Human Optimization Lab premises, and we reserve the right to refuse service to anyone intoxicated.

2. Please contact and consult your physician if you are in doubt of your ability to engage in any of our services for health reasons.

3. No clients under the age of 18 are permitted in the facility unless accompanied by a supervising adult.

4. Please discontinue the use of services if you feel light-headed, dizzy, heat exhausted, or cold shock.

5. Sauna sessions should be limited to a maximum of 30 minutes for the infrared sauna, and 10 minutes for the Norwegian saunas. Cold Water Immersion sessions should be limited to 2 minutes for the first session, 3 minutes for the next 5 sessions, and 5 minutes maximum with supervision.

6. It is advised to drink plenty of water before and after any sauna session.

7. Clients using any medications must consult a physician prior to the use of the saunas or cold water immersion.

8. Pregnant women should not use the saunas, cold water immersion tanks, or assisted stretching sessions.

9. Clients with a medical history of circulatory system problems should consult a physician prior to using saunas or cold water immersion.

10. For clients engaging in specialized breathing exercises while using the cold immersion tanks, you must always apply the techniques learned, including but not limited to breathing exercises and physical exercises, in a safe environment (e.g. sitting on a couch/floor) and unforced. Do not ever practice the techniques before or during diving, driving, swimming, taking a bath or any other environment/place where it might be dangerous to faint. Specialized breathing exercises have a profound effect and should be practiced in the way it is explained.

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FOR SPECIALTY EQUIPMENT AT EVOLVE HUMAN OPTIMIZATION LABS

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BrainTap is NOT recommended for individuals that have the following:

  • Epilepsy

  • A history of seizures

  • A family history of epilepsy or seizures

  • Individuals who are taking prescribed medication for anxiety or depression, psychological or psychiatric conditions.

  • Individuals who have had a head or brain injury or had brain surgery, stroke, or are taking Photosensitive medication(s).

  • Vibration Plate is NOT recommended for individuals that have/had the following:

  • A head or brain injury or had brain surgery

  • Eye surgery

  • Are pregnant

  • Retinal detachment

  • Fresh surgical wounds

  • Implants including cochlear implants or joint implants

  • Pacemaker

  • Kidney or bladder stones

  • Arrhythmia

  • Epilepsy and/or Seizures

  • Cancer

  • Untreated orthostatic hypotension

  • Recent surgery

  • Recently placed intrauterine devices or pins

  • Acute thrombosis or hernia

  • Acute rheumatoid arthritis

  • Serious cardiovascular disease

  • Severe diabetes

  • Migraines

Electrical Muscle Stimulation (NMES/TENS/FES) should NOT be:

  • Used to treat symptomatic local pain unless the cause of the pain has been clearly diagnosed.

  • Used on areas of the body where cancerous lesions exist.

  • Applied to areas of the skin that are swollen, infected, or inflamed (e.g. varicose veins).

  • Used by individuals suspected of having serious infectious diseases or diseases that require heat or fevers to be suppressed should not be treated with electrotherapy.

  • Applied to the anterior neck (carotid sinus) or through the head.

  • Used by women who are pregnant, as safe use has not been established for pregnancy.

  • Used by individuals with cardiac demand pacemakers.

  • Used near unstable joints, broken bones, damaged body parts.

  • Used by those who have a history of thrombosis or hemorrhage.

Red Light Therapy/Photobiomodulation/Near infrared spectrum light/Low Level Laser Therapy

DO NOT look directly at the device. The user is required to keep their eyes CLOSED during a session or to use protective eyewear.

Red Light Therapy is NOT recommended under the following circumstances:

  • If you have a malignancy (Cancer).

  • If you are or suspect you may be pregnant.

  • If you suffer from various thyroid conditions.

  • If you have epilepsy

  • When using topical medications, lotions, tanning creams, or local injections.

  • If you are experiencing hemorrhaging and/or active bleeding.

  • Clients with darker skin tones or tattoos should limit dosage and intensity due to higher light absorption.

  • If you suffer from lupus erythematosus, photosensitive eczema or albinism.

  • If you suffer from light-induced headaches.

  • If you are taking any medication that can cause photosensitivity.

  • If you suffer from any genetic conditions of the eye.

  • Photosensitivity is a common side effect of various medications.

  • These can include certain antibiotics, chemotherapy drugs, and diuretics. If you are unsure about any medication you may be taking, consult your healthcare provider.

  • Other substances not listed above can also cause photosensitivity. Common examples of these substances are: St. John's wort, coal tar, deodorants, antibacterial soaps, artificial sweeteners, naphthalene (mothballs), petroleum products, brightening agents found in laundry detergent, and cadmium sulfide (a chemical injected into the skin during tattooing).

Tri-Wave/Hypnagogic Light 

Before you engage in Tri-Wave experience with hypnagogic light, you will first need to complete a separate safety questionnaire. Although very few challenges ever occur, we consider your safety to be number one in any session. The light is not recommended for individuals who have experienced the following:

  • Personally suffer from epilepsy or have had a seizure

  • Have a family history of epilepsy or seizures

  • Taking prescription medications, including those for anxiety or depression

  • Have any psychological or psychiatric conditions

  • Have had head or brain injuries or had brain surgery

  • Have had a stroke

  • Taking photosensitive medication 

  • May be pregnant

  • Have had laser treatment to the face within the last month

  • Taking recreational or psychoactive drugs in the last 24 hours

  • Have consumed alcohol in the last 24 hours 

SPECIAL NOTE ON SAUNAS AND COLD IMMERSION THERAPY:

Saunas, Infrared Saunas, Cold Water Immersion, and especially Contrast Therapy can put strain on the cardiovascular and respiratory system. If you have a history or concerns about your cardiovascular or respiratory health, PLEASE CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE UTILIZING THESE SERVICES.

AGREEMENT TO FOLLOW DIRECTIONS

I agree to observe and obey all posted rules and warnings and further agree to follow any oral instructions or directions given by Evolve Human Optimization Labs employees or representatives of Evolve Human Optimization Labs. If, however, I observe any unusual significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the attention of the nearest official immediately.

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DISCLAIMER: EVOLVE DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE

The services, information, and advice provided by Evolve Human Optimization Labs, its employees, owners, and their representatives, including but not limited to, instruction, advice, text, graphics, images and other material provided by Evolve Human Optimization Labs are for informational purposes only. No service, information or advice supplied by Evolve Human Optimization Labs is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new [health care regimen], and never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of any services, information, or advice provided by Evolve Human Optimization Labs.

I release Evolve Human Optimization Labs and its owners and their representatives of all liability and other consequence related to my participation (including any injury). I accept all financial responsibility for any medical treatment required. I agree to abide fully by all rules, regulations, and direction from Evolve and its employees, owners, and their representatives. I release Evolve from liability for my failure to cooperate with regulations, and agree that my infraction of rules, regulations and directions may result in immediate dismissal from Evolve at my expense. I understand Evolve follows state and federal guidance regarding cleaning and infection control, and agree to inform Evolve, its owners or their representatives if I or anyone at Evolve exhibit signs of illness, and acknowledge the risk of contracting an illness at Evolve.

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Below named guest/member hereby certifies, warrants, represents, agrees and covenants to Evolve, its owners and their representatives that they are:

(1) FREE OF ANY MENTAL OR PHYSICAL CONDITION, AILMENT OR INJURY (MEDICAL OR OTHERWISE) WHICH WOULD, IN AND OF ITSELF OR IN CONJUNCTION WITH ANY OTHER CIRCUMSTANCE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THOSE ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF EVOLVE, (i) IMPAIR, PREVENT OR PROHIBIT USER FROM SAFELY ENGAGING IN THE APPROVED ACTIVITIES AT EVOLVE; OR (ii) BE AFFECTED, AGGRAVATED OR WORSEN IN ANY WAY AS A RESULT, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, BY ENGAGING IN THE APPROVED [ACTIVITIES] AT EVOLVE;

(2) OF SOUND MIND AND BODY AND NOT UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR ANY ILLICIT OR PRESCRIPTION DRUG OR MEDICATION WHICH MAY IN ANY WAY IMPAIR [USER’S] ABILITY TO ENTER INTO THIS AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND THE RESPECTIVE INTENT AND MEANING OF ALL OF THE TERMS AND PROVISIONS HEREOF AND TO ENGAGE IN THE APPROVED [ACTIVITIES] AT EVOLVE;

(3) ENTERING INTO THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE AGREEMENT VOLUNTARILY, BY [USER’S] OWN FREE WILL, ACT AND DEED, WITHOUT ANY UNDUE INFLUENCE FROM EVOLVE, ITS OWNERS, OR THEIR REPRESENTATIVES, OR ANY OTHER THIRD PARTY.

The guest/member understands that by signing this Agreement, guest/member covenants and agrees that guest/member, as well as such guest/member heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, will never institute any suit or action at law, or otherwise, against any of Evolve Human Optimization Labs, its owners or their representatives, or in any way aid in the institution or prosecution of any claim, demand, action or cause of action for damages, costs, loss of services, expenses or compensation for or on account of any damage, loss or injury either to guest/member's person or property, or both, which may result from the guest/member's engaging in the approved activities at Evolve Human Optimization Labs. Guest/member agrees to defend and hold Evolve Human Optimization Labs, its owners and their representatives harmless from any loss or damages, including attorneys' fees and costs, sustained by Evolve Human Optimization Labs, its owners and their representatives, or any one or more of them, as a result of any guest/member's rescission of this Agreement or breach of its covenants or agreements contained in this paragraph.

MEDICAL ATTENTION. Guest/member agrees that during usage of Evolve Human Optimization Labs, its owners and their representatives are authorized to secure appropriate medical attention for guest/member in the event of an accident, illness or injury. Guest/member shall be responsible for any and all costs of medical coverage and treatment provided not covered by guest/member's insurance.

If any provision of this Agreement shall for any reason be held invalid or unenforceable, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect any other provision hereof and this Agreement shall be construed as if such invalid or unenforceable provision were omitted.

GOVERNING LAW: The validity, interpretation, construction and enforcement of this Agreement shall be governed and controlled by the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to that State's rules with respect to choice of law. Venue for any dispute arising out of this Agreement shall be in Bexar County, Texas.

THE WAIVER AND RELEASE GRANTED BY USER HEREUNDER IS LEGALLY BINDING AND SHALL BE CONSIDERED IRREVOCABLE. USER AGREES THAT EVOLVE, ITS OWNERS AND THEIR REPRESENTATIVES MAY RELY UPON THIS AGREEMENT TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMISSIBLE AT LAW OR IN EQUITY.

Guest/member hereby certifies that guest/member has read this document thoroughly, understands all of its contents, and that all information provided on ALL forms is true, accurate and complete in all respects.

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