Terms of Use & Medical Disclaimer

Last Updated: February 7, 2026

Status: Personal Knowledge Center & Independent Information Project (Non-commercial)

Administrators: Olivier Verbruggen & Laurence Meyfroodt

Website: www.drtanbalancemethod.com

1. Purpose of the Website and Agreement

This website is a strictly personal and independent initiative by Olivier Verbruggen and Laurence Meyfroodt (the "Administrators"). It has been established as a tribute to the life's work and legacy of the late Dr. Richard Tehfu Tan.

  • Expertise and Study: The content is the result of decades of in-depth study and clinical practice. The Administrators dedicate this platform to preserving the theoretical purity of this acupuncture tradition.

  • Non-profit Status: This platform does not function as a commercial channel. No direct sales take place on this domain. All maintenance costs are borne privately by the Administrators.

  • Acceptance: By accessing this website, you explicitly agree to be bound by these Terms.

2. PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY & MEDICAL DISCLAIMER

2.1 Educational Purpose Only The content provided—including blog posts, articles, and videos demonstrating acupuncture points and techniques—is strictly for educational and informational purposes. 2.2 Target Audience: Licensed Professionals Our materials are designed exclusively for licensed acupuncturists, qualified healthcare practitioners, and students of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) acting under supervision. This information is not intended for laypersons or the general public for self-treatment. 2.3 Limitation of Medical Liability & Risks You acknowledge that the practice of acupuncture involves inherent risks, including but not limited to: nerve damage, pneumothorax, hematoma, infection, or bruising.

  • Your Responsibility: As a practitioner, you are solely responsible for your own diagnosis and needle technique.

  • Waiver: The Administrators explicitly disclaim any liability for injuries resulting from the application of the information discussed. You assume full responsibility for your clinical practice.

3. Intellectual Property & Public Domain

3.1 Public Domain of the Method The "Balance Method" is a medical treatment method practiced worldwide. It has become part of the public domain of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). No single party can claim an exclusive monopoly on the fundamental theoretical principles of this technique.

3.2 Referential Use of Names, Instructors & Companies The names "Dr. Tan," "Dr. Richard Tehfu Tan," and the term "Balance Method," as well as the names and images or video’s of other instructors, practitioners, companies, or institutions, are used for referential purposes only. These names are mentioned solely to identify sources, provide historical context, or guide users to relevant information. We claim no ownership over these names as commercial trademarks. Mentioning third-party names implies no recognition of any exclusive trademark rights of third parties within the Administrators' jurisdiction.

3.3 Portrait Rights and Illustrative Material Visual material of the late Dr. Richard Tehfu Tan, as well as images featuring other instructors of the Balance Method at public seminars and professional gatherings, are used exclusively as illustrations of the history, global reach, and clinical application of the method.

  • Documentary Nature: Such images are used in a purely documentary and historical context.

  • No Endorsement: The appearance of any instructor or practitioner in these photos does not imply their official endorsement of this website, nor do the Administrators claim any official affiliation with said individuals. This material is not used for commercial promotion.

    3.4 Copyright on Original Creations While the method is public domain, the specific texts, unique structure, and graphic composition of this website are the intellectual property of the Administrators. Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.

4. Indemnification

You agree to defend and hold harmless the Administrators from any claims or liabilities arising from your use of the website or any claim that your treatment of a patient caused damage to a third party. You cannot shift clinical liability to the Administrators.

5. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Administrators shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use of this website.

6. External Links and Third-Party Resources

  • Bibliographic & Informational Nature: This website may mention or link to external parties, including authors, publishers, or specific companies. Such mentions are done solely from an informative perspective to guide users to relevant literature or official sources.

  • No Responsibility: We have no control over, and are not responsible for, the content or practices of any third-party sites.

7. User Interaction and Privacy

  • User Comments: The Administrators reserve the right to moderate or remove third-party comments to maintain professional standards.

  • GDPR: If you use our contact form, your data (name/email) is used solely to communicate with you and will never be shared with third parties.

8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This private initiative is managed from Belgium. These Terms shall be governed by Belgian law. Any dispute shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Oudenaarde or Ghent (Belgium).