What Researchers Did
Researchers presented a case report of a diver who developed severe spinal cord decompression illness after an uneventful North Sea dive, despite moderate conditions.
What They Found
They found that a diver developed severe spinal cord decompression illness after one of five dives, even though the final dive was for observation only and without physical strain. The report highlighted that older divers and physical exertion during pressure exposure are significant risk factors for decompression illness.
Canadian Relevance
This specific case study has no direct Canadian connection as it describes a North Sea dive.
Study Limitations
As a single case report, the findings may not be generalizable to all divers or diving conditions.