Neoprene suits are thick, warm, and insulating but heavy. Membrane suits are lightweight and adjustable, ideal for different water temperatures. Drysuits come with socks or boots for footwear
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First diving event as sport in 1889 Scotland with 6-foot height. Sport evolved from gymnastic jumping to diving in air. First female world champion Cesilie Carlton in 2013. First male world champion Orlando Duque in 2013
DCS occurs when dissolved gases form bubbles in body tissues during decompression. Most commonly affects divers diving, but can occur from other depressurization methods. Bubbles can form in any body part, most commonly joints and skin
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