I understand that I am the decision maker for my health care. Part of this office's role is
to provide me
with information to assist me in making informed choices...
I hereby request and consent to the performance of acupuncture treatments and other
procedures within the
scope of the practice of acupuncture on me...
I understand that methods of treatment may include, but are not limited to, acupuncture,
moxibustion,
cupping, electrical stimulation, Tui-Na (Chinese massage)...
I appreciate that it is not possible to consider every possible complication to care. I have
been
informed that acupuncture is a generally safe method of treatment...
I understand that while this document describes the major risks of treatment, other side
effects and
risks may occur...
While I do not expect the clinical staff to be able to anticipate and explain all possible
risks and
complications of treatment, I wish to rely on the clinical staff to exercise judgment...
I understand that I must inform, and continue to fully inform, this office of any medical
history, family
history, medications, and/or supplements being taken currently...
I understand that there are treatment options available for my condition other than
acupuncture
procedures...
By voluntarily signing below, I confirm that I have read, or have had read to me, the above
consent to
treatment, have been told about the risks and benefits...
Both parties agree that this agreement may be electronically signed, and
that the
electronic signatures appearing on this agreement are the same as handwritten signatures
for the
purposes of validity, enforceability, and admissibility.