Can I have a CACI Treatment?

We cannot treat you if you have any of the following:

Some treatments may be modified so please contact us to discuss alternative treatments.

If you have a Pacemaker

Although we cannot treat you with micro current we are able to use the SPED (LED Light) and the Orbital Abrader.

If you have Epilepsy

If you have a Tumour

We may be able to contact your GP in some instances for GP consent.

If you are pregnant

If you fall pregnant halfway through a treatment the course must stop immediately. We are able to modify the treatment and the SPED (LED Lights) and Orbital Abrader can still be used. We are able to restart the facial treatment immediately after birth once you feel ready. For body treatments you must wait 3-6 weeks after a natural bit of 3-6 months following a C Section.

Any history of Thrombosis/Phlebitis

We must have permission to contact your GP and obtain their consent it you have any of the following:

Should we need to obtain GP consent we can provide you with a letter to pass on to your GP for them to complete and sign before your treatment can begin.

Diabetes

If you control your diabetes through diet we are able to continue with the treatment. A GP consent is only required if you are insulin dependent.

If you have a Heart Condition (i.e.Angina or coronary heart disease)

If you have a severe Muscular Condition (i’e’ Muscular Dystrophy)

If you have an under or over Active Thyroid

Results may be limited as muscle weakness can be caused by either an under or over active thyroid or medication used for an over active thyroid.

If you have had any form of cancer in the last 5 years.

You must be 5 years clear or in remission. If you have had cancer in the last 5 years we will require your GP’s consent before treatment can begin.

In the following instances we are able to avoid the area and continue with the treatment:

It is important that you complete the Consultation Form we send you prior to the treatment.

If you have had Botox and/or Thread Lift

We will avoid micro current over the area if treatment is within 3 months of your Botox. It will not cause any damage but it could breakdown the Botox if we work directly over the area

If you have had Collagen or Fillers

We will avoid the area if you have had these in the last 2 weeks due to discomfort. It is fine to work over the area after the 2 weeks.

If you have inflammation/infections/skin diseases

we will of course avoid the area due to cross contamination.

If you have Metal Pins/Plates

Microcurrent will not be used over these areas. We will avoid the area during your treatment.

Prosthesis/Silicone Implants

Microcurrent will not be used over these areas. We will avoid the area during your treatment.

The contraceptive coil

These are metal based and so micro current will not be used over the area. We will avoid the area during your treatment.

Semi-permanent Makeup

These areas will be avoided which using the Orbital Abrader and Ultrasonic Actuator to avoid loss of colour and pigment.

Other Contra-Indications to be aware of:

If any of the following apply to you please just be aware of this information and ask your Therapist if you have any concerns.

If you are taking Hight Blood Pressure of Anti-depressant medication

These medications can case lifting results to vary. The treatment of microcurrent may not be as effective.

If you have Multiple Sclerosis

Them results may be limited as nerve damage caused by MS can inhibit the effect of microcurrent on the muscle.

If you are taking Retin A (a topical medication for acne)

You must wait 3-6 months after completion of Retin A. Treatment cannot be carried our before this.

If you are taking Roaccutane (oral medication for the treatment of severe acne)

You must wait 12-18 months after completion of the Roaccutane before any CACI treatment.

If you have Dental Implants

It is absolutely fine to have the treatment but please be aware you may experience a stronger metallic taste in the mouth during treatment.

If you have an allergy to rubber/metal/silicone please make sure you have made us aware

Please be aware that the CACI probes and Ultrasonic Actuator are stainless steel. There are brass pins on the Wrinkle Comb and the Body an Face pads we use are rubber based and coated in silicone.