Most practitioners perform a single pass with a 20% overlap. Dr. Gauci’s hot technique requires a (for neurotoxin pre-treated skin) followed immediately by a second pass at 80 joules perpendicular to the first. This criss-cross pattern ensures the deep fascia reaches 45°C for 3 continuous minutes.

It looks like you’re referring to a text titled "Manual of RF Techniques" by Dr. Charles A. Gauci, MD. This is likely a specialized medical reference focused on — fields where RF ablation, rhizotomy, or denervation are commonly performed.

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: The manual is widely recognized as an invaluable resource for physicians preparing for the Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice (FIPP) diploma examinations.