Down-Under Wool
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SHEEPSKIN
Medical
Sheepskins have been a successful nursing aids for the prevention
of pressure ulcers ( bed sores) since the early 1960’s. The value
and comfort of these products is derived from the wool-pile of a
tanned and shorn sheepskin or lambskin. The high density ( number of fibres per square centimetre)
pile of soft, springy resilient wool fibres provides a cushion to distribute the patient’s weight and
pressure points over a large area. Each fibre acts as a
"mini-spring" that deforms to the body contours.
The
wool fibres are able to absorb 33% of their weight of moisture without
feeling wet. The pile surface also reduces friction with skin. These properties result in improved comfort for the patient
and reduction in the primary causes of pressure ulcers (bed sores):
· Pressure · Friction
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Moisture
Medical
sheepskins of the past have been used very effectively in the home
environment, but were not generally used in hospitals. This was
largely because many patients were incontinent and sheepskins did not
hold up in these circumstances. Similarly, disinfection was a problem
since sheepskins could only be washed in cold or warm water.
At last
the deficiencies of previously available medical sheepskins have been solved.
In 1998, a
new standard for Medical Sheepskin was introduced in Australia. The
CSIRO, in partnership with industry, developed new technologies that
produced the :
Medical Sheepskins are
now produced in 2 tannage Qualities: 1. HiTemp UR Australian Medical Sheepskins ( M102) - Highest Quality available anywhere: BEST Sheepskins of this quality are chosen because of their very high pile density and premium wool characteristics. They are specially tanned to enable washing up to 80oC and drying up to 60oC. These numbers are important for sheepskin and wool disinfection; an important consideration for use with clients who already have bed sores. The letters UR designate that the skin has increased resistance to urine; an important feature for incontinent patients. Sheepskins without this designation will break down in the presence of urine- the leather will crack and the wool will fall out. We recommend that you use these sheepskins in the bed and wheelchair for maximum benefit. Use 24/7.
2. These champagne coloured sheepskins are of exceptional quality, having a very soft 30 mm dense pile. They have been double chrome tanned so that they can be washed in warm water. Use Woolskin for washing , disinfecting and conditioning these sheepskins. The M101 Medical Sheepskins are not Urine Resistant and are thus not recommended for incontinent clients. The M101 is most effective when placed on the bed and in the wheelchair.
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As a result of purchasing a HiTemp UR
Medical Sheepskin, you can be assured that your
sheepskin can be laundered
safely ( up to 50
times during
C.S.I.R.O laundry trials and more than 200 times when washed with
Woolskin)
to achieve high level disinfection that will
meet hospital infection control standards.
Disinfection levels and washability can be increased even more with the use of
Woolskin:
Sheepskin
Shampoo and Woolwash. Use our secure online Store to purchase Australia's best Medical Sheepskin and Wool-Pile products for the protection of your loved ones. Enjoy FREE Shipping & Handling for all orders over US $230.00 - in continental North America
We want to make sure that you receive the product best suited to your need. If you have any questions about our products or their use for medical conditions, please contact us - we are here to assist you! FAX : 905 - 295 - 3816 Phone: 1- 800 - 463 - 1985 Email: sales(at)medicalsheepskins.com Down-Under Wool is a leading edge company specializing in the prevention & treatment of bedsores, pressure sores and decubitus ulcers- a Benchmark for Quality Australian Sheepskin & Wool-Pile products since 1986.
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Bedsore: Ulcer Prevention & Treatment:: Australian Medical Sheepskin
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