J Korean Orthop Assoc.  2022 Aug;57(4):284-290. 10.4055/jkoa.2022.57.4.284.

A Primer to Diving Physiology

• Moon MS

• KMID: 2532409
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4055/jkoa.2022.57.4.284

Abstract

Human beings are well adapted to the atmospheric environment. Understanding of the environmental difference between normal atmospheric and underwater condition is the key step to know the physiology of human diver. Diving means the simple physical action of getting into water or sea. It is impossible to stay longer in the deep underwater if the respiratory gas is not supplied by the certain equipment. Factors affecting the body in deep diving must be considered. These facts should be taught to the individuals who like to enjoy diving sports, deep sea construction workers, and submarine sailors. Also the government should have diving regulation. In this review simple physiological changes due to the diving depth, divers’ sickness, and its management are provided.

Keyword

diving; physiological changes; divers’ sickness