Description
Decompression Theory
The comprehensive book on decompression
Diving is more than just descending and surfacing – if you want to dive safely, you need to understand what is going on in your body. In “Decompression Theory”, Veronika Sievers and Dr. Dominik Elsässer explain the physical, physiological and mathematical principles of decompression in a well-founded, understandable and practical way.
From the historical beginnings with Haldane and Workman to M-values, Bühlmann’s calculation model, gradient factors and the question of the best decompression strategy: this book provides a complete overview. Why does decompression sickness (DCS) occur? Is it really just the bubbles or do immune reactions play a role? How do deco gases and trimix affect decompression? What about the “helium penalty”, deep stops or the role of the endothelium?
From basics to discussions
Comprehensible and practical
This book is an indispensable companion for anyone who wants to delve deeper into diving theory – from dedicated recreational divers to technical divers. In addition to the basics of tissue saturation, half-lives and M-values, it also covers more advanced topics such as repetitive dives, deco gases, oxygen windows, trimix, depth intoxication and the psychological aspects of DCS.
With many practical examples (including subsurface) and a broad overview of the current state of research, “Decompression Theory” offers both beginners and experienced divers a valuable wealth of knowledge.
Contents include:
- Tissue saturation and M-values
- Bühlmann’s calculation model ZH-L16
- Bubble formation and the limits of bubble models
- Gradient factors and how to use them
- Deep stops and current studies
- Deco gases and oxygen toxicity
- Trimix, helium penalty and isobaric counter-diffusion
- Immune reactions, endothelial research and Deco stress
- DCS, PFO and risk factors
- Deep intoxication and psychological aspects
- Preconditioning
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