AbstractDecompression sickness (DCS) results from gas coming out of solution in the bodily fluids and tissues when a diver ascends too quickly. This occurs because decreasing pressure lowers the solubility…
The inveterate runner or hiker on a dive trip often wants to know if there is any harm in exercising before or after diving. Of course, the problem is whether…
Some Causes of Decompression AccidentsThe best way to categorize the various ways a diver can prevent the occurrence of DCS is by looking for the causes of the accident.Some predisposing…
Prior to 1980, there was an organization known as "Leofast", located at Brooks A.F.B., TX , where divers consulted with hyperbaric physicians concerning possible diving injuries.In the twelve years prior…
Decompression SicknessFirst described in 1841, decompression sickness has gradually become better understood. Sport divers have provided a large body of material to study causing us to be able to learn…
HeliumDuring the 1930's the U.S. Navy tested other gases as a substitute for nitrogen. Their scientists conducted experiments using rare gases such as helium, neon, and argon. After numerous trials,…
Warning! ENTONOX NOT to be used in divers suspected of a decompression accident!!Here is a recent correspondence that I feel should be passed on:Question:This topic came up during a discussion…
Taravana, What is it?Taravana, a condition first observed by E.R. Cross in 1958, and reported in 1958- is a diving syndrome seen in working Tuamotu Island natives diving the Takatopo…
SHALLOW WATER BLACKOUT (Latent hypoxia)Shallow water blackout (SWB) is the sudden loss of consciousness caused by oxygen starvation following a breath holding dive. This was first described by S. Miles…
Carbon monoxide poisoning is a rare cause of problems when diving, it does occur when there is contaminated air in recreational diving tanks. CO poisoning is the leading cause of…