How Do Decompression Chambers Work?

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Recompression chambers work, in essence, by recreating the environment of a dive at depth, then very slowly bringing the diver “up” in a controlled manner, allowing the body to do what it should have done in the first place.

How does a decompression chamber remove nitrogen bubbles?

Divers experiencing decompression sickness (DCS) require recompression on pure oxygen to dissolve the gas bubbles in their blood and tissues, allow excess nitrogen to diffuse out, and oxygenate ischemic tissues, thereby treating the disease process.

Are decompression chambers safe?

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is generally a safe procedure. Complications are rare. But this treatment does carry some risk.

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