Australian Medical Sheepskin
The Ultimate in Pressure Ulcer care and prevention.

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CSIRO Study confirms Australian Medical Sheepskins prevent bed sores.

The Secret to the Therapeutic Value of Sheepskin

Pressure ulcers are a result of tissue breakdown due to prolonged compression of tissue and the subsequent reduction of capillary blood flow in tissue between skeletal prominences and the body's external environment.

Wool's unique properties of high density soft, springy and resilient fibres, provide a cushion to distribute and relieve pressure at vulnerable pressure points on the patient's body. The wool fibres provide a soft and smooth surface to reduce strain on the patient's skin and shear forces on the underlying tissue.

Infection control and sterilization

Medical sheepskins are in direct contact with the skin. Therefore, cleaning and washing is of prime importance.

Washing for 6 minutes at 80°C (145°F), known as thermal disinfection, is now recommended wherever possible. In addition to being convenient, thermal disinfection also provides protection against chemical resistent bacteria.

Thermal Disinfection

The Australian Medical Sheepskin has been specifically designed to meet the high temperature requirements for thermal disinfection, leading to reduction in cross contamination.

A preventable and unneccesary problem

Pressure ulcers are preventable but are both common and costly. Costly in economic terms, but costly in emotional terms. Discomfort and pain can affect both the patient and carer.

Eliminate unnecessary pain and discomfort with the Australian Medical Sheepskin

More information

For detailed technical information, please see: The CSIRO (Commonwealth Science and Industrial Research Organization of Australia)