Medical Sheepskin Pads Can Prevent Bedores

Sheepskin can provide an effective means of preventing bedsores and improving comfort for long-term bed or wheelchair users. A medical sheepskin pad can alleviate pressure off specific parts of the body at risk for decubitus ulcers (commonly referred to as pressure sores), distribute weight evenly, reduce friction on skin surfaces, increase airflow and act as an insulator keeping areas cool in summer and warm in winter.

One of the causes of bedsores is excess moisture buildup, and medical sheepskin is well suited to combatting this problem by absorbing up to 33% of its own weight in moisture without feeling wet and then quickly discharging it back into the air. This feature makes medical sheepskin an excellent solution for itchy skin irritations like rashes or eczema that require cooling relief.

Sheepskins are soft, spring-like materials designed to evenly distribute pressure. Sheepskin conforms to an individual’s body, relieving pressure where it tends to build up while improving blood flow and relieving stress points on their joints. In addition, sheepskin makes an excellent insulator by keeping temperatures cool in summer and warm in winter as well as acting as an antiseptic/fungicide, safeguarding against infection of their skin.

Lanolin found in wool serves as an effective antimicrobial, blocking bacteria and fungus growth on the skin and helping promote healing. This factor is especially vital for people with compromised immune systems as it fosters an environment conducive to healing without risking infection.

Medical sheepskin has recently been proven to be an effective tool in reducing pressure sore incidence. A group of patients received mattress covers made out of medical sheepskin for 2 hours daily observation; redness at pressure points was recorded, then they turned and rubbed as normal for two weeks.

Patients treated with medical sheepskins reported seeing an immediate reduction in redness at pressure points, as well as greater comfort and better rest when using it.

Medical Sheepskin is very easy to care for and keep hygienic, thanks to the natural lanolin found within its fibers which lubricates them, making dust, dirt, and liquid less likely to adhere to them. To maintain freshness of appearance and smell of Medical Sheepskin rugs or overlays it’s wise to sprinkle some dry baking soda every now and then; this will reduce odors while softening up its feel once more – brush wool fibers with nylon hair brush to minimize felting while brushing wool fibers with nylon hair brush can restore bounce while vacuuming removes dust/dirt accumulation – however secondary suctioning could damage fibers abrasively on them causing them tangle.