Siga capacitándose para bucear de manera más segura
Existen muchas razones para tomar otros cursos después de haberse certificado como buzo de aguas abiertas. La formación avanzada le permite explorar nuevos entornos, le da la oportunidad de aprender de otros instructores y le enseña a dominar nuevos equipos. Pero lo más importante es que tomar nuevos cursos le permite aprender a bucear cada vez con más seguridad. La falta de experiencia […]
Defensa del medio ambiente para buceadores
Al adentrarnos, verlo con nuestros propios ojos y explorarlo, las personas que buceamos valoramos profundamente el entorno marino, una sensación que perdura. Pero como es bien sabido, el mar se ve amenazado por muchos factores humanos, como la sobrepesca, la contaminación, la acidificación, las especies invasivas y más. Incluso las actividades de buceo pueden tener efectos perjudiciales en el mundo subacuático. Por eso, para preservar […]
Enfermedad por descompresión en la piel y volar después de bucear
Cutaneous decompression sickness — also known as skin bends — manifests as bruising or mottled skin, typically on the belly, buttocks, breasts, thighs, or upper arms. In some cases, there are no additional symptoms, but in others, the skin discoloration is accompanied by neurological symptoms. Because of this, it’s important that dive professionals take skin […]
Enseñe a las personas que bucean a estar preparadas
As a dive pro, you know that divers can get injured even when they do everything right. That’s why it’s important to ensure they’re prepared for anything. On a recent trip to Mexico, Brad’s first day of diving was enjoyable and relatively uneventful. On the second day, however, he experienced an odd sensation at the […]
Don’t Let Divers Deny DCS Symptoms
Dive professionals know that decompression sickness (DCS) is a fact of life. We invest significant time and effort in preventing it. What many divers — and even many dive pros — don’t know is that most cases of DCS occur after dives that were within the depth and time limits of the diver’s computer. DCS […]
Sea un gran compañero de buceo
Diving is a bit like a team sport: Throughout a dive, it’s important to remain aware of where you buddy is and how they’re doing. But being a great buddy doesn’t happen automatically — and that’s ok. Being a reliable and conscientious dive partner may take a bit of time and practice, but it is […]
Cómo solucionar problemas en los oídos
Even with a sound understanding of how pressure affects divers’ ears and practical knowledge of equalization techniques, divers still experience ear problems. Here are a few of the most common and some tips for avoiding and managing them. Middle-Ear Barotrauma Middle-ear barotrauma (MEBT) is the most common dive injury. It occurs when pressure in the air […]
Comprenda cómo funcionan los oídos para mantenerlos sanos
Ears are complex and incredible organs that do so much more than pick up sound: They enable orientation in space, everyday physical activities and social interactions. Because of their importance — especially in scuba diving — divers should prioritize ear health. Ear injuries are prevalent among scuba divers, and many incidents are preventable with proper […]
Confíe en su plan para emergencias
When a real emergency occurs, its already too late to think about how you’ll respond and whether or not your emergency action plan (EAP) is up to snuff. An effective EAP is critical to your ability to safely control and respond to emergency situations in, on, and off the water. As a busy dive professional, […]
Mejorar el buceo desde barcos
Some of the world’s best dive sites are accessible only by boat. At some point in your diving career it’s likely you’ll board a boat for some diving. Here are a few tips to make your boat dives safer and more fun. Pay Attention The crew should brief you and your fellow divers before or […]
Distracción, dolor y desorientación
Avoid the three Ds While diving is an enjoyable and relatively safe activity, divers should never forget that it involves using life-support equipment to venture into an environment that’s not conducive to human survival. This is why DAN recommends that divers always be mentally and physically prepared to dive and remain focused throughout their dives. […]
Distinguir, diagnosticar y manejar los síntomas
Divers Alert Network has decades of experience helping divers in emergencies — and with decades of experience comes decades of stories and lessons you can apply on your upcoming dives. This story features DAN’s medical professionals assisting an injured diver who made a series of unfortunate and preventable mistakes. DAN received a call via satellite […]
¿Cómo se sienten sus buzos?
Divers Alert Network has decades of experience helping divers in emergencies — and with decades of experience comes decades of stories and lessons you can share with your students and apply on your upcoming dives. This story features DAN’s medical professionals assisting an injured diver who made a series of unfortunate and preventable mistakes. DAN […]
COVID-19 y el buceo: Actualización de marzo de 2021
A medida que la comunidad médica aprendió más sobre COVID-19 en el último año, ahora se comprenden mejor las implicaciones de la enfermedad para los buceadores.
Put Your Students’ Minds at Ease
You’re no stranger to Divers Alert Network: You know about its recompression chamber network, dive accident coverage, 24/7 emergency hotline and programs for dive professionals. These benefits are why you’ve been a member for years. But to people who are brand new to diving, when you say “DAN” they might think you’re talking about some […]
Tenga en cuenta los síntomas de EDC inusuales
Cuando un buzo empieza a sufrir de fatiga extrema, dolor articular y confusión, los profesionales de buceo reconocen esto como signos de una enfermedad por descompresión (EDC) y actúan rápidamente para asegurarse de que los buzos reciban la atención necesaria. No obstante, también existen muchos síntomas poco comunes, que a menudo se relacionan con formas de EDC menos conocidas. Debido a que [...].
Consejos para empresas de buceo: salud y seguridad del personal
The mantra “Take care of your employees and they will take care of your business,” is especially true in the dive industry. It helps builds morale, enhances efficiency, reduces lost time and staff turnover, helps lower insurance costs and importantly, ensures compliance with the law. Owners sometimes assume their responsibilities extend only to appointed employees, […]
Comparación del COVID-19 y la enfermedad disbárica: causas y mitigación de riesgos
El COVID-19 y los accidentes de buceo son cosas muy diferentes, pero los dos tienen muchas similitudes que merecen ser consideradas. Las causas obviamente son distintas; el COVID-19 es causado por un virus mientras que los accidentes de buceo (la enfermedad disbárica, específicamente) son causados por la exposición a la presión. En ambos, los casos pueden variar de leves a graves, y si bien se han registrado muertes, [...].
Incertidumbre y demora en el tratamiento de la EDC
Common symptoms of decompression sickness (DCS) include extreme fatigue, achy joints and confusion. There are also numerous uncommon symptoms, however, and these are often associated with lesser-known forms of DCS. Because the most common symptoms represent only a partial list of potential complications, gaps in divers’ (and dive professionals’ and doctors’) understanding of DCS are […]
Haga una investigación exhaustiva: encuentre el operador de buceo adecuado
Whether you’ve decided to explore the SS Thistlegorm in the Egyptian Red Sea, witness the Sardine Run off South Africa, or simply book a single day of diving during your beach vacation, you will probably need some gear, a little local knowledge and a seasoned guide to make the most of the experience. You can find the […]
Esté preparado para hacer frente a emergencias médicas en el extranjero
When planning a dive trip to a remote destination, it’s best to do a little research to get an understanding of local emergency capabilities. Unfortunately not every medical facility can provide care for every illness or injury. So what can be done?
Planes de acción de emergencia: cuando las cosas salen mal
Los planes de acción de emergencia (PAE) son herramientas de mitigación de riesgos esenciales para los operadores de buceo y los profesionales de buceo para limitar la responsabilidad y garantizar la seguridad de los buzos, el personal y el público en general. Aprenda a establecer un PAE efectivo, y descargue una evaluación gratuita.
Por qué DAN no comparte la disponibilidad de cámaras
DAN con frecuencia ofrece asesoramiento sobre atención, traslados y tratamientos en cámara hiperbárica para buzos accidentados, pero no proporciona la disponibilidad de cámaras ni información de su ubicación. Lea por qué y conozca los procedimientos por si alguna vez necesita una cámara.
COVID-19: Actualización de recomendaciones de DAN sobre el entrenamiento para Primeros Auxilios.
First aid courses require hands-on learning, and as these first-person classes resume, there are considerations that need to be made. If you're teaching first aid classes, here is how to ensure student and instructor safety.
COVID-19: Tiempo de supervivencia del virus sobre superficies
La información sobre COVID-19 se actualiza rápidamente, pero se sabe algo sobre cuánto tiempo vive el virus en las superficies. Conocer estos tiempos es una parte vital para reducir el riesgo de transmisión.
Tratamiento de la enfermedad por descompresión
La enfermedad por descompresión (EDC) es uno de los problemas más comunes que se informan a DAN. ¿Sabe cuáles son las medidas adecuadas que debe tomar si sospecha de una EDC?
Operaciones de buceo y COVID-19: Preparando el regreso
The following Q&As have been compiled from questions sent in by divers, dive professionals and operators and are intended to help everyone get ready for a safe return to the water.
Desinfección de equipos de buceo y COVID-19
COVID-19 spreads via respiratory secretions in a variety of ways including aerosolized droplets expelled by coughing or sneezing. Learn how to properly disinfect scuba equipment.