Medical
Uses of Wool:
Pressure sores or ulcers ( commonly
known as Bed Sores or decubitus ulcers) continue to challenge
the health professional. Pressure ulcers occur too frequently
when one considers that they can usually be prevented.
Pressure relieving devices can
protect the skin from the effects of pressure, friction and
moisture. Australian Medical sheepskins are the best cost
effective devices available for the prevention of pressure
sores. They provide excellent protection when placed under the
back, calves and heels.
Use 24/7; for
maximum effectiveness.
1.
Bedsore and Pressure Sore
prevention:
HiTemp UR Australian Medical Sheepskins (
M102)
are cost effective pressure relieving devices that should be
used 24/7, throughout the year; for maximum benefit. These
sheepskins are Urine Resistant (UR) and are suitable for use with
incontinent clients. Can be washed in water up to 80oC,
for disinfection. When washed with
Woolskin,
both thermal and chemical disinfection occurs.
The dense 30mm wool pile of HiTemp
Urine Resistant Medical Sheepskins provides an interface between
the patient and the bed that reduces pressure, friction and
skin moisture- the primary causes of pressure or bed sores.
Not only do HiTemp UR Medical
Sheepskins provide pressure relief and bedsore prevention, they
are extremely comfortable; contributing greatly to the well
being of the user.
M102- HiTemp Urine Resistant Australian Medical Sheepskin
To get the most from HiTemp UR
Medical Sheepskins (
AS 4480.1):
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Place the sheepskin directly on
the sheet, drawsheet or seat with the wool surface facing
up.
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These sheepskins are most
effective when there is direct contact between the wool and
the users skin.
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Prolonged use will compact the
wool pile. For maximum benefit, the sheepskin should be
removed and shaken to restore the pile. Machine Wash in
Woolskin. This will restore the pile and disinfect
the wool. After washing, comb with a coarse toothed plastic hair brush.
2. Medical Sheepskin Footwear:
The
Sheepskin Even Pressure Boot
( M171)
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is one of many Medical Sheepskin and Wool-Pile footwear products
that we offer. This elegant boot, made from HiTemp UR Medical
Sheepskin, assures a comfortable fit for all feet. The foot is
placed on the sheepskin sole. The sides and back wrap the
foot in the high density woollen fleece and are held in place by
Velcro. Being completely
adjustable, all feet ( including bandages) can be fitted
perfectly. Can be washed in
Woolskin.
For other footwear products
see our
Catalogue.
3. Footcare Lambswool:(
L101) is very-fine
combed wool that can be used
around toes for pressure
reduction and improved comfort. Use to protect corns. Footcare Lambswool
is also used to pack the toes of ballet shoes.
Sheepskin is used extensively where
pressure reduction is needed. Use our
Catalogue
to see the
extensive range of pressure reduction and bedsore prevention
products .
4. Wool-Pile (Nursing
Fleece) is a cheaper alternative to sheepskin. It does
have a number of advantages. It is made from sheared very-fine wool
and provides the benefits of wool; without size restrictions.
Machine Washable NURSING FLEECE is easy to wash and dries quickly.
See our
Catalogue for all
of our Wool-Pile products.
