[AllenG]

I am wondering if any of ScubaBoard's resident diving docs can offer any insights regarding the physiological risk factors associated with pre-teen diving. I am not looking for yes/no recommendations, as the pre-teen in question (my 11 y.o. daughter) is already certified and diving. The proverbial cork is already out of the bottle and now that she's seen the underwater realm, there's no turning back! Given that she is diving, I am, however, wondering re impact of UW pressure on physiological development/growth/bone mass development. I have read lots of unsubstantiated guesses, poorly constructed research, and misinterpreted data on such matters. Perhaps some of our more informed and careful diving docs can help sort out these issues, especially as they relate to (1) multiple dives/day for a week or more, and (2) average & max depth. I do understand that, when in doubt, less frequent diving to a lesser depth reduces the putative impact, but a more factually-based position would be helpful?

As always, your careful insights and analyses will be appreciated.