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Australian Medical Sheepskin AS4480.1| Pressure Care the Australian Way

Pressure sore prevention with the OZwool AS4480.1 Australian Medical Sheepskin The best australia has to offer in Medical Sheepskin to protect from Pressure sores

Australian Medical Sheepskin

AS4480.1 Medical sheepskins that conform to Australian Standards. The stamp or sticker identifies these on the hide side. This stamp depicts the washing temperature and adherence to the Medical Sheepskin Standard. Available in natural shape, Bed Underlays and made into accessories and throws.

True Medical Sheepskin that conforms to Australian Standards. These are clinician’s Recommended Choices in the Prevention of Pressure Sores and The Assistance of Wound Healing

OZwool has been supplying and manufacturing Australian Medical Sheepskin & Merino Wool Products for the Prevention of Pressure Sores since 2000

Australian Medical Sheepskin (AS4480.1) and Merino Wool Medical Products are now available for shipping to the US, UK, Canada and other international locations. These are made and shipped from our Australian Manufacturing Hub.

If you are caring for a person who is developing a pressure sore or wants to prevent pressure sores, act now, before it is too late. Pressure sores are debilitating, excruciating, and may take up to 6 months or more to heal. Australian Medical Sheepskin AS4480.1 Products prevent and help treat pressure sores, bedsores and decubitus ulcers. They have proved to be excellent for people who have “night sweats”- the wool wicks the moisture away from the body and helps to keep the skin dry and comfortable

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Various methods of bedsore prevention have been tried, along with the necessary body turning every 2 hours. Synthetic pads have been found to cause pressure sores and often produce more harm than good. Medical research and clinical trials have shown that medical sheepskins are one of the most effective and economical barriers used to prevent bedsores.

Bedsores can start with a reddened area of the skin which may develop into a complex wound that sometimes even reaches the underlying bone. Such injuries can be life-threatening due to infection.

Diabetes is the cause of many problems in the body, one of the worst being wounds. 70% of non-traumatic amputations are attributed to diabetes.  

What is the difference between a regular and Medical Sheepskin rug?

All our AS4480.1 Medical sheepskins are fully registered with the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA), the regulatory body for therapeutic goods in Australia, and part of the Australian Government’s Department of Health.

On top of this, Medical Grade sheepskins can soak up a large amount of moisture, releasing it into the surrounding environment at a much faster rate than regular sheepskins. Keeping the patient’s skin dry and warm, allowing for maximum breathability and air circulation around the body. This characteristic is fundamental in developing pressure sores and other wounds, as ongoing friction with regular fabric can aggravate the skin, increasing the likelihood of damage.

An elderly patient was recently discharged from a hospital after surgery to repair a hernia. The discharge summary claims the operation was a complete success but notes that “the patient developed heel ulcers during convalescence”, which will be “looked after by the community nurses”.

Whilst all our Medical Sheepskin are made from genuine Australian Sheepskin and provide great comfort. Our AS4480.1  Medical Sheepskin takes it a step further to provide the highest pressure-relieving properties and support that a standard sheepskin rug cannot provide.

Medical Sheepskin Footcare

Taking Care of Your Feet with Medical Sheepskin Footwear and Accessories

Although our products are made from Australian Merino Sheepskin, not every Merino sheep are exactly the same. Each Sheepskin will vary slightly from another in wool density and thickness of each wool fibre. During the first stages of tanning, our experts will select rawhides of extremely high density and strong wool fibres with a natural crimp or spring-like look.

OZwool Sheepskin’s range of walking and mobility aids will help support those with limited mobility. We have something for everyone with a wide range of support boots, foot covers, knee guards, Elbow guards, elbow crutch covers, and wheelchair accessories available. Choose the perfect support for your needs.

OZwool Sheepskin Australia makes and stocks a wide range of medical sheepskin products that help make daily living simpler. Live comfortably in your own home, and feel confident completing tasks with our great range of aids for daily living.

Sit comfortably with our range of chair throws and cushions and Wheelchair cover to aid in pain relief and assist mobility with minimal discomfort.

Australian Hi Temperature Medical Underlays (AS4480.1-1998) means that these are Urine Resistance: Making it suitable for Incontinent Users. Medical sheepskin overlays are made here in Queensland using Australian Tanned As4480.1 sheepskin.

Easy to Clean & Disinfect for infection control:

Medical Sheepskin has been used in nursing homes and hospitals since the early 1960s. Since then, the Australian made sheepskin medical pad AS 4480.1 has been developed. The stamp on the leather recognises this. The seal means that only the best medical sheepskin pelts are used, and only these are tanned so that they are HiTemp wash and Urine Resistant.

Medical Sheepskins and medical sheepskin pads have exceptionally high wool pile densities, making them capable of excellent body support. Our select Medical sheepskins wool pile have been trimmed to between 26 and 30mm for maximum pressure reduction.

Research has shown that this is the optimal pile height for maximum pressure reduction. Medical sheepskins are tanned to ensure easy cleaning and disinfection while maintaining the flexibility of the leather. This flexibility enables a medical sheepskin to conform to any surface, be it a bed, a chair or a bandaged foot.

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Australian Medical Sheepskins and Home Use

OZwool AS4480.1 Australian Medical Sheepskin Underlay. The most supportive medical pad available to help prevent pressure sores

At Ozwool Sheepskin we select the Best Sheepskins For Australian Medical Sheepskins and Home Use 

Australian medical sheepskinsare widely used in hospitals and Nursing Homes. Their superior washability and pressure care make them easy to use. Medical profession studies that aside from the support provided by the wool pile and density of the medical Sheepskin, it is hypoallergenic and best used by the Patient for its incredible comfort. 

Medical sheepskin can work for people with all different Skin requirements. It is terrific for a person who spends a lot of time in a chair, bed or wheelchair; it can reduce or avoid bed sores and pressure sores.

Clinical use of Australian medical sheepskins has been occurring in Hospitals and nursing homes for their recovery as well as preventative qualities considering that the very early 1960s. 

3 types of True Medical Sheepskins

There are 3 types of Australian medical Sheepskin, including the version that is high temperature washable and urine and blood resistant, and it is the wool product of Sheepskin. Also, to think that this Sheepskin had been studied by the medical profession and was found to be resistant to flame and Static Electricity. 

Not all sheepskin can be used for medical purposes. Infant sheepskins are too soft and not supportive enough to be used for medical purposes. They should be avoided even though they will be a lot cheaper. But this is just a false economy option as they will need to be replaced very regularly.

Most reputable hospitals use medical Sheepskin to prevent and treat pressure ulcers. The products that we at OZwool Sheepskin manufacture from medical Sheepskin include Heef protectors, Knee Guards, Elbow protectors, Wheelchair accessories, Bed underlays, Heel underlays, Pillow Covers, Boots and More. 

 We have a range of sheepskin products that are high-temperature washable. One thing to keep in mind is that natural sheepskin is like a wool blanket. Real Sheepskin will be warm in winter and cool during summer.

There is also a regular temperature washable sheepskin Bed underlay that is flexible and the same as the high-temperature sheepskin that you feel cool even if it’s summer and warm in winter It also added comfort to you.  

BEDSORES ARE FULLY PREVENTABLE WITH MEDICAL SHEEPSKINS 

Bedsores (AKA pressure sores, pressure wounds and pressure ulcers) are a commonly encountered problem experienced by people that are confined to a bed or a wheelchair.  

Restricted movement because of illness, invalidity or hospitalisation creates pressure on the skin at points where the body’s weight is supported – usually the lower back, buttocks, shoulders and heels. This closes the tiny blood vessels near the skin’s surface and prevents vital nutrients from reaching the skin tissue in the affected area. 

As a result, skin tissue dies, and bedsores form 

Worryingly, bedsores can develop within a matter of HOURS and if untreated, will deteriorate into deepdecubitus ulcers, eating through muscle, tendon and even bone! 

What causes bedsores?  How to treat bedsores in the elderly?  The elderly are most at risk because their skin is so fragile. Persistent rubbing of their knees, elbows or hands against bed linen may also be a source of bedsores, as could any other friction where the skin and bone move in separate directions. 

The Solution to Bed Sores & Pressure Ulcers 

How to treat bed sores at home?  Bedsores are FULLY PREVENTABLE. All that it requires is for the skin to be PROTECTED from unnecessary pressure and friction…and the BEST PROTECTION SYSTEM AVAILABLE IS AN AUSTRALIAN MEDICAL SHEEPSKIN RUG! 

Medical sheepskin rugs are widely used in hospitals and nursing homes throughout Australia. When placed underneath a patient or wrapped around them, the ultra-soft wool and specially buffed hide provide a gentle cushion for their skin. The patient’s weight is distributed more evenly over a wider area, lowering the risk of bedsores caused bypressure and friction

So, if you decide to purchase Sheepskin, the best choice is Australian medical sheepskins in wool because it would be practical to use its quality and medical studies. But be correct in the care and maintenance of this product to last for 20 years.  

There is also a product for the wool wash to maintain the softness of the Sheepskin. But be aware of false Sheepskin; some imitate these products, so be wise before purchasing. Try to look at its quality and the manufacturer.  

Australia has the best sheepskin products. Just be practical in purchasing this product so that you will be happy in spending your money for your comfort and feel the quality of this product. 

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