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  1. Health, Safety and Sports Disclaimer

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Please read this before using DESHANK. It forms part of our Terms of Use.

5.1 Golf is a physical activity

Swinging a golf club involves twisting, bending and fast, forceful movement. It can cause or aggravate injury, especially to the back, shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips and knees. You take part in golf and practice at your own risk.

  • Warm up before you swing, and stop immediately if you feel pain, dizziness, shortness of breath or discomfort.
  • If you have, or have had, any injury, heart condition, back problem, joint problem, recent surgery or other medical condition, or if you are pregnant, speak to a doctor or qualified health professional before starting or changing your practice routine.
  • Do not try to force your body into positions suggested by any score or tip if they feel uncomfortable.

5.2 Not professional coaching or medical advice

DESHANK gives automated, general feedback based on camera estimates. It is not a substitute for lessons from a qualified golf professional (such as a PGA professional), and it is not medical, physiotherapy or fitness advice. Its measurements have not been validated against launch monitors or other professional equipment and may be inaccurate, particularly in low light or when you are not fully in frame. Results flagged as “low confidence” should be treated with extra caution.

5.3 Practise safely: people, property and your device

Golf balls and clubs can cause serious injury and damage. You are responsible for choosing a safe place to practise.

  • Only hit real balls where it is safe and allowed – such as a driving range, practice ground, golf course or a properly netted area. Follow the rules of the venue.
  • Make sure nobody (including children and pets) is near you or in the line of your swing or ball flight. Check for overhead obstructions such as ceilings, light fittings and branches.
  • Indoors, use a practice net, mat and/or foam or practice balls, and check you have enough space to swing freely.
  • Position your phone or laptop well out of your swing path and ball flight, on a stable surface or stand. Do not hold it, or let anyone hold it close to you, while you swing.
  • Keep a firm grip and check your club for damage before use.

5.4 Our responsibility

You are responsible for how, where and when you practise, and for any decision you make based on the feedback. To the extent the law allows, we are not responsible for injury, loss or damage that results from your choice of practice location, from not following this guidance, or from relying on the feedback instead of seeking professional advice. Nothing in this disclaimer limits our liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, for fraud, or for anything else that cannot be limited by law.

5.5 Children

Under-18s should practise under the supervision of a responsible adult, who should check that the practice area and device placement are safe.