Tag: Diving safety

Anemia diminishes the blood's oxygen-carrying capacity, creating significant safety risks for divers. **Can you dive if you have anemia?** The answer is complex, requiring careful medical evaluation and a thorough understanding of the physiological risks involved.

The human ear is sensitive to pressure changes, which is why a safe and effective equalization technique is crucial for divers. For those using the Valsalva maneuver, the maximum depth is often limited to around 10–15 meters (30–50 feet) before it becomes ineffective and potentially dangerous, especially in freediving.

Did you know that water pressure increases by one atmosphere for every 10 meters (33 feet) you descend? This immense force dramatically changes the human body's physiology, profoundly altering **what happens to your body if you go too deep in water**.