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chamber diving

Chamber diving, also known as hyperbaric or recompression therapy, involves scuba divers ascending into a sealed, pressurized chamber to treat conditions caused by nitrogen buildup in the body, such as decompression sickness. Inside the chamber, the pressure is gradually increased, simulating deeper water, which helps dissolve excess nitrogen. The diver breathes pure oxygen during treatment to enhance nitrogen elimination and promote healing. This controlled environment allows safe management of decompression-related issues and other medical conditions like certain infections or wounds. Chamber diving is a safe, monitored process that requires specialized equipment and trained medical personnel.