Terms of Use

Agreement to Terms



By accessing or using mTBIresearch.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this website. These terms apply to all visitors, users, and anyone else who accesses this website in any capacity.

This website is operated by the Advanced Orthogonal Institute, a Florida not-for-profit organization. References to "we," "us," or "our" throughout these terms refer to the Advanced Orthogonal Institute and the research team operating mTBIresearch.com.

Purpose of This Website

mTBIresearch.com is an informational and fundraising website operated in support of a clinical research study on mild traumatic brain injury conducted under the auspices of the Advanced Orthogonal Institute. The purpose of this website is to inform the public about the study, to facilitate financial contributions and organizational endorsements in support of the research, to identify potential research partners and co-investigators, and to collect participant referrals for screening and potential enrollment.

This website is not a clinical care portal. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Nothing on this website should be interpreted as a substitute for professional medical evaluation or care. If you or someone you know is experiencing a medical emergency, please contact emergency services immediately.

Not Medical Advice

The information contained on this website is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It describes the scientific rationale, design, and goals of an ongoing clinical research initiative. It is not intended to constitute medical advice, and it should not be relied upon as the basis for any medical decision.

The descriptions of symptoms, pathophysiology, and treatment approaches on this website reflect the scientific framework and hypotheses being investigated in this study. They do not constitute diagnostic criteria, treatment recommendations, or clinical conclusions. Study findings have not yet been published. No claims are made regarding the efficacy of any intervention described on this website.

If you have concerns about your health or the health of someone you know, please consult a qualified healthcare provider.

No Doctor-Patient Relationship

Use of this website does not create a doctor-patient relationship or any other clinical relationship between you and the Advanced Orthogonal Institute, Cerebral Chiropractic Center, Genesis Brain Institute, Amen Clinics, or any individual member of the research team. Submission of a participant referral or self-referral form does not constitute enrollment in the study, does not establish a clinical relationship, and does not obligate the study team to enroll any individual.

Research Participation

Participation in the clinical study described on this website is subject to a separate informed consent process and a set of eligibility criteria that are evaluated individually for each prospective participant. Information provided through referral or self-referral forms on this website is used solely to initiate a screening conversation and does not guarantee eligibility or enrollment.

The study team reserves the right to determine eligibility, accept or decline referrals, and modify enrollment criteria at any time in accordance with the study protocol and IRB requirements.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website — including but not limited to text, graphics, images, study design descriptions, scientific frameworks, branding, and organizational materials — is the property of the Advanced Orthogonal Institute and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

The study design, scientific model, and research framework described on this website represent proprietary intellectual work developed over sixteen years of clinical research and are explicitly protected as such. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, modification, or use of any content on this website for commercial or competitive purposes is strictly prohibited.

You may share links to pages on this website and reference the study in a factual and accurate manner for purposes of advocacy, journalism, or education. Any other use of the content on this website requires the prior written consent of the Advanced Orthogonal Institute. (info@advancedorthogonal.com)

User Conduct

By using this website you agree that you will not use this website for any unlawful purpose or in any way that violates these terms. You will not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of this website or its underlying systems. You will not submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information through any form on this website. You will not use this website to harass, impersonate, or harm any individual or organization. You will not attempt to interfere with the operation of this website through any technical means including but not limited to malware, denial of service attacks, or data scraping. You will not reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit any content from this website without prior written consent.

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access to this website for any user who violates these terms or who uses the website in a manner that we determine, in our sole discretion, to be harmful to the study, the research team, or the populations this research is designed to serve.

Accuracy of Information

We are committed to providing accurate, current, and complete information on this website. However, the research described here is ongoing and evolving. Study details, team composition, partner organizations, funding status, and phase progress will be updated as the study advances. We make no warranty, express or implied, regarding the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of any information on this website at any given moment.

Information describing the scientific rationale and hypotheses of this study reflects the current state of the foundational research and the framework being investigated. It does not constitute published or peer-reviewed findings. Conclusions about the study's outcomes will not be available until the research is complete and findings are published.

Third-Party Links and Content

This website may contain links to external websites operated by research partners, endorsing organizations, clinical facilities, and other third parties. These links are provided for informational purposes only. The Advanced Orthogonal Institute does not control, endorse, or accept responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or accuracy of any third-party website. Visiting any linked website is done at your own risk and is subject to the terms and privacy policies of that website.

Fundraising and Financial Contributions

Financial contributions made through or in connection with this website are administered by the Advanced Orthogonal Institute as fiscal sponsor of this research. All contributions are subject to the terms and conditions presented at the point of transaction. The Advanced Orthogonal Institute is a Florida not-for-profit organization. Questions regarding the tax treatment of contributions should be directed to your own tax advisor. We make no representations regarding the tax deductibility of any specific contribution without confirmed written documentation from the Advanced Orthogonal Institute.

Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

This website and all content on it are provided on an as-is and as-available basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. The Advanced Orthogonal Institute does not warrant that this website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Advanced Orthogonal Institute and its officers, directors, employees, research team members, and affiliated organizations shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of this website, including but not limited to reliance on any information contained herein, submission of any form, or any interruption or unavailability of the website.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these terms or your use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Pinellas County, Florida.

Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms of Use at any time. The date at the top of this page reflects when the terms were last updated. Your continued use of this website following any update constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Use or any aspect of this website, please contact us directly.

Advanced Orthogonal Institute 

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These terms exist to protect the integrity of the research, the privacy of the people this study is designed to serve, and the intellectual work that has gone into building it. Thank you for respecting them.