FITNESS TO DIVE

Scuba diving presents a variety of challenges with unique medical needs for travelers. Because diving injuries are generally rare, few health-care providers are trained in their diagnosis and treatment. Thus, the recreational diver must be able to recognize the signs of injury and insure the availability of dive medicine help when needed.

Planning for dive-related travel is important. Fitness to dive should involve discussion about changes in health status, recent injuries, or surgery.

In general, respiratory disorders, as well as any disorders affecting higher function and consciousness (eg. diabetes mellitus or asthma) and psychological problems (eg. anxiety) raise concerns for diving fitness.

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