Terms of Use

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of this website (the “Website”). The Website is operated by Merz Therapeutics GmbH (“Merz”) and is intended for an international audience, including people living with spasticity, their caregivers, and healthcare professionals. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website. We may update the Website and these Terms of Use from time to time; any changes take effect when posted on the Website, so please review them periodically.

Copyright

All details, documents and illustrations published on the Website are the sole property of Merz. Any permission to use the same is granted on condition that the relevant copyright note is displayed on all copies, that such details are only used for personal purposes, that they are not exploited commercially, that the details are not modified in any way and that all illustrations obtained from the Website are only used in conjunction with the accompanying text.

Trademarks

All trademarks on the Website are the property of Merz, unless otherwise noted or in any other way perceivable as third-party rights. Any unauthorized use of these trademarks or other materials is expressly prohibited and constitutes a violation of copyright, trademark law or other industrial property rights.

Medical information disclaimer

The Website may include general educational information and, where indicated, opinions from independent experts. This content is provided for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare professional with any questions about medical conditions. Do not disregard or delay seeking professional advice because of information on the Website. In case of an emergency, contact your local emergency number immediately. Use of the Website does not create a doctor–patient relationship or any other professional relationship with Merz or any contributors.

Limited liability

We compile and maintain the information on the Website with professional diligence, using internal and external sources. However, content may be incomplete, contain errors, or become outdated. The Website and its content are provided “as is” and “as available”, without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including (to the extent permitted by law) warranties of accuracy, completeness, non-infringement, or fitness for a particular purpose. You use the Website at your own risk. To the extent permitted by applicable law, Merz and any third parties involved in creating, producing, or delivering the Website will not be liable for any damages arising from your access to, use of, or inability to use the Website, or your reliance on its content.

Directory disclaimer (Find a Doctor)

If the Website includes a healthcare professional or clinic directory/“Find a Doctor” tool, it is provided for informational and service‑navigation purposes only, to help visitors identify healthcare professionals, practices, or facilities that may offer spasticity‑related care services. This tool does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations and is not a substitute for consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.

The directory is compiled by Merz using publicly available professional information and may not include all healthcare providers or services available in a given area. Inclusion of any healthcare professional, practice, or facility does not constitute a recommendation, endorsement, certification, or affiliation with Merz or its affiliates, nor does it imply any particular level, scope, or quality of care.

Each patient or caregiver is solely responsible for selecting their healthcare provider. Merz does not influence clinical decision‑making and does not provide incentives, remuneration, or other benefits related to patient referrals or the selection of healthcare professionals or facilities.

Merz makes no representations or guarantees regarding the availability, suitability, or outcomes of care provided by any healthcare professional or facility listed. To the extent permitted by applicable law, Merz disclaims liability arising from or related to a user’s decision to seek medical advice or treatment from any provider identified through this tool. Merz reserves the right to modify, update, or discontinue this tool at any time without notice.

Information for Listed Healthcare Professionals and Facilities
Information displayed in this directory is derived from publicly accessible sources and is provided for general informational purposes only. If you are a healthcare professional or facility listed and believe the information shown is inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, you may request a review or correction by contacting [email@merz.com]. Submission of a request does not guarantee modification, removal, or continued inclusion.

Inclusion in this directory does not create a contractual relationship, imply participation in any network or program, or impose any obligations on listed healthcare professionals or facilities.

Websites of third-party vendors/links

The Website contains links/references to third-party websites. By providing such links, Merz does not give its approval to their contents. Neither does Merz accept any responsibility for the availability or the contents of such websites or any liability for damage or injury resulting from the use of such contents, of whatever form. Merz offers no guarantee that pages linked to provide information of consistent quality. Links to other websites are provided to users of the Website merely for the sake of convenience. Users access such websites at their own risk. The choice of links should in no way restrict users to the linked pages.

International users

The Website is checked, operated and updated by Merz in Frankfurt, Germany. It is intended for international use. However, Merz gives no guarantee that the details presented on the Website are correct worldwide. Should you access the Website or download content, please note that it is your responsibility to ensure that you act in compliance with local legislation applicable in that place. Information about products, services, or programs (if any are referenced) may differ by country and may not be available in all regions.

Privacy and data protection

If the Website allows you to submit personal data (for example, through a contact form), Merz will process such data in accordance with the applicable privacy notice/policy for the Website. Please review the privacy notice/policy to understand what data is collected, how it is used, and your rights.

Contact

If you have questions about the Website or these Terms of Use, please contact us via the contact details provided on the Website.

Applicable law

To the extent permitted by law, these Terms of Use and any disputes arising out of or in connection with the Website are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany, excluding its conflict-of-law rules. If you are a consumer, this choice of law does not deprive you of the protection afforded by mandatory provisions of the law of the country where you have your habitual residence.