Skydiving?
 

I have just had my av shunt for 2 yrs now and I was wondering if it would be ok to go skydiving with a shunt. I miss my old life and was wondering if anyone knew if it is ok to jump? I am trying to get back to my old ways but have no knowledge on what I can or can't do now.

Hi Airborne
 

Welcome to Neuro Talk. I am also a former skydiver. I was trying to get my licence when my cervical spine got into real trouble. I am not sure if the shunt will prevent you from doing this sport or not. You better talk to your doctors about it. also there may be others on NT who may have participated in this sport too who have a shunt. Since this sport deals with air pressure etc, your doctor and some research into your condition would be a safe way to go. I hope you don't have to give it up. I loved it the first time I tried it. It was joyous and a freedom I had never known before. I hated to give it up. Again Welcome to NT, you will find alot of support here. ginnie

I've had a shunt since birth and I went sky diving a few years ago. I had no pressure problems. It's probably unique to everyone so I would definitely check it out with your NS first, but it IS possible! And it IS amazing!:)