Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine

Diving and hyperbaric medicine focuses on health issues related to underwater activities and high-pressure environments. It involves studying how increasing pressure affects the body during diving and using specialized treatments, like hyperbaric chambers, to address problems such as decompression sickness, bubbles, or wounds that won't heal. These conditions occur when nitrogen or other gases form bubbles in tissues due to rapid pressure changes. The field combines medical knowledge with understanding of pressure science to ensure safe diving practices and effective treatment of pressure-related illnesses, ultimately protecting divers and individuals exposed to high-pressure environments.