Preconditioning and DCI

Important factors in decompression illness (DCI) are often dive time and depth, but exercise and hydration status could affect DCI risk. Could preconditioning — increase in a resistance to a particular condition — be possible in DCI?

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Bites and Stings

Bites and stings from any kind of creature are zero fun. While divers are generally prepared to deal with underwater encounters, they may not know how best to treat bites and stings from topside critters.

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Burns

Burns are a very serious and distressing injury as they can be disfiguring and life threatening. Read more about first aid and prevention.

Immersion Pulmonary Edema

Immersion pulmonary edema (IPE) is observed in swimmers and divers with no apparent underlying medical condition. Pulmonary edema is an abnormal leakage of fluid from the bloodstream into the alveoli. Our experts answer your IPE questions.

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Lightning

Lightning strikes are impossible to predict. However, you can greatly reduce your risk of injury be implementing some safety protocols. Learn more about lighting and how to avoid the strike.

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Hyperbaric Chambers for Dive Injuries

Hyperbaric chambers are often the definitive treatment for decompression illness. There are also several different types of chambers, not all are suitable for treating decompression illness. Read more about hyperbaric chambers, treatments and availability.

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Stacking the Deck

Dive safety is imperative and little precautions and steps you take can collectively make a big difference. Get some dive safety tips to help you fully enjoy your next dive experience.

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Interval Training: The High-Efficiency Workout

Interval training can simultaneously improve muscular endurance and strength, power, cardiovascular endurance and flexibility. Learn more about the pros of interval training and gain a great workout.

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First Aid Kits

First aid kits should not be an afterthought. Preparations should done now so you have a stocked first aid kit. Do you know what to pack? Get our best tips on packing your first aid kit.

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Exercises to Improve Body & Brain Power

Exercise is a powerful tool to optimize brain function and scuba performance. Here’s a sequence of complex exercises to boost your fitness and make you think.

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