How to Scuba Dive Safely (Things to consider!)
We all know that scuba-diving is a famous recreational sport! Scuba actually stands for Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus! Scuba-dive is can actually take you to the depths of 130 feet! That's the kind of freedom this exciting sport offers one! This is the reason why it is quite popular among adrenaline junkies and nature enthusiasts. If this is your first-time scuba-diving in the Maldives, here is a useful guide curated just for you!
Introduction
There are several scuba-diving schools or certifying agencies in the Maldives. They will offer training for beginners and even the expert! Remember some experts can learn a thing or two to develop their skills even further. The basic lessons will involve classroom instructions and training in swimming pools in all open water settings. It doesn't take that long to get certified; you can do so in just five open water dives! The certification will allow you to rent your own equipment, refill your own tanks and dive without any supervision! Most agencies always recommend diving with a group with at least two or three divers. Scuba diving is one of the best things to do in the Maldives, check it out in properties like Amilla Maldives Resort and Residences.
Things to consider: Common health problems
There are certain things you should be aware of before you head out scuba-diving. The most common health problem that Scuba-divers suffer from is middle ear squeezes. This is actually a pain that is felt in your ears that is caused by pressure. The deeper you start going into the waters, you will feel your body being subjected to higher pressure! If you're not able to equalise this pressure inside your years, this condition may present itself. One can easily relieve themselves from this annoying issue by either swallowing, blowing with both your mouth and nose closed or yawning! This is the classical popping your ears technique. Sinuses and squeezes which affect your inner ears are less common!
Things to consider: Surface injuries like cuts and scrapes
You might get cuts and scrapes when diving. The coral, fish and other marine lives surrounding you can easily cause these. Other threats that are encountered by scuba-divers will be fishing lines, exposed wooden metal on shipwrecks, debris and the likes! So, watch out!
Things to consider: Inner ear Barotrauma
This is a type of condition that arises from unbalanced pressure. You might encounter this if you have a quick descent into the waters. Symptoms of this condition can comprise nausea, ear ringing or pain, dizziness or hearing loss.
Things to consider: Pulmonary Barotrauma
If you do not breathe properly as instructed by your trainer, you may suffer from pulmonary barotrauma as you head back to the surface of the water. It might also present in divers who are suffering from acute respiratory tract infection. Symptoms of these include shortness of breath, hoarseness and chest pain. There is a slight chance that you can pass out too.
Things to consider: Decompression sickness
This is a condition that may occur when heading back from deep water to the surface very quickly. Your body will start to release nitrogen gas which will form bubbles inside your bloodstream. These bubbles can damage tissues and vessels in your body. Decompression sickness can affect the brain and spinal-cord too. Symptoms of this might include joint pain, bladder problems, chest pain and trouble breathing. You may present signs of deliriousness!
Conclusion
Remember, severe health problems that occur due to scuba-diving are actually rare. However, if you possess any symptoms listed above, you must seek immediate medical care.
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