Deco theory – Chapter
Recognizing decompression sickness
Why is decompression theory actually so important? The main reason is
decompression sickness—often simply called “Deco”. In this chapter
we’ll look at how it develops, how common it really is, and
how to recognize the first signs.
Because the earlier symptoms are recognized, the better the response can be.
A good understanding of the basics helps in taking warning signs seriously
and acting correctly.
- What lies behind so-called “deco sickness”
- Which symptoms can occur
- Why many cases are initially overlooked
- What to do in an emergency
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