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Medical Health Sheepskin

Medical Health Sheepskin

Regular price $198.45
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Wool Densities

For Non‑Health Purposes


  • 550 g — ideal if you already like your mattress

  • 700 g — extra cushioning and softness

For Health Purposes


  • 850 g (1" pile) — excellent for pressure relief, moisture control, and skin protection

  • 950 g (exclusive to Soul Comfort)


    ½" pile interwoven with 1" pile


    Exceptional density for fragile skin, chronic pain, or advanced care


    Ideal for anyone unhappy with mattress softness


Care instructions

  • Machine wash on delicate in cool/lukewarm water (up to 70°C)
  • Use wool soap with lanolin (e.g., Eucalan)
  • Air dry or tumble with no heat
  • Remove from dryer at about 85% dry
  • Spot clean with warm water with Eucalan or disinfecting soap
  • Avoid bleach, high heat, and direct sunlight

Wool is naturally antimicrobial and doesn’t require frequent washing. To freshen, hang outside in moist air (out of direct sunlight); the wool will release moisture and self‑refresh.

FAQ

What is sheep wool fabric?

Our fabric is made from 100% shorn sheep wool, knitted into a nylon grid for strength and shape retention, then stabilized with a medical‑grade acrylic compound for washability. This ensures the body lies on pure wool fibre — not hide — while meeting IPAC guidelines.

Why a nylon grid?

  • Prevents fraying
  • Maintains shape better than cotton or wool alone
  • Similar to nylon reinforcement in wool socks
  • Renewable and sustainable

Why an acrylic stabilizer?

  • Developed in Germany for high‑standard washability
  • Used safely for decades with no reported allergies
  • Allows full machine washability to 70°C
  • Ensures long‑term durability

How does wool help with pressure injuries?

Wool distributes weight evenly, reduces pressure points, and stabilizes temperature — key factors in preventing ulcers and supporting healing.

Is wool good for night sweats?

Yes. Wool absorbs moisture without feeling wet and releases it into the air, keeping sleepers dry — especially helpful for menopausal night sweats.

Is this the same as sheepskin?

No.

  • Sheepskin = hide + wool attached
  • Sheep wool fabric = shorn wool fibre knitted into a backing
    Our products use sheep wool fabric, making them washable, breathable, and humane.

Why Wool?

Wool is one of nature’s most advanced performance fibres, breathable, durable, and exceptionally comfortable. It creates a stable, balanced sleep environment that works for all types of sleepers, all year round.

Temperature Regulation

Wool naturally keeps you warm in winter and cool in summer. It adapts to your body temperature, making it ideal for hot sleepers, cold sleepers, and couples with different comfort needs.

Moisture Management

Wool absorbs 30–40% of its weight in moisture without feeling damp. It pulls humidity away from the skin and releases it into the air, keeping bedding dry, fresh, and comfortable through the night.

Naturally Clean

Wool is naturally antimicrobial and antibacterial. It resists odour, mildew, and bacteria, staying fresher longer and requiring less washing than synthetic bedding.

Pressure‑Soft Comfort

Wool fibres gently cushion the body, reducing pressure points and helping muscles relax. This creates a softer, more forgiving sleep surface that supports deeper rest.

Breathable & Non‑Clammy

Unlike foam or polyester, wool never traps heat or moisture. It stays breathable and comfortable, preventing the “hot and sticky” feeling common with synthetic bedding.

Renewable & Sustainable

Wool is a renewable fibre shorn from sheep annually. It’s biodegradable, long‑lasting, and produced with far less environmental impact than synthetic materials.

Humane Alternative to Sheepskin

Our products use sheep wool fabric, not sheepskin.

  • Sheepskin = hide + wool
  • Sheep wool fabric = shorn wool fibre knitted into a backing

This makes our products washable, breathable, and humane, the sheep keep their hide, and the wool grows back naturally.

Medical Sheepskin — 100% Natural Pressure Relief & Therapeutic Support

1" Wool Density • Maximum Cushioning • Moisture Control • Nervous‑System Calm

Our 100% Sheepskin Medical Pads are made from premium one‑inch wool pile, thick, plush, and naturally resilient. This density prevents matting, ensures maximum pressure relief, absorbs moisture, and provides exceptional cushioning for individuals who are bedridden, seated for long periods, or require specialized skin protection.

These medical sheepskins offer natural warmth, breathable comfort, and gentle sensory stability that helps calm the nervous system,  especially important for individuals experiencing pain, immobility, or prolonged bed rest.


Special Care Instructions

  • Health skins can be washed and disinfected in an industrial washing machine

  • Do not exceed 40°C wash temperature

  • Do not exceed 30°C drying temperature


Size

  • One Size: approx. 2' × 3' (55 cm × 90 cm)


Colour Options

  • Honey / Cream

Why Use a Medical Sheepskin:

Pressure Relief • Moisture Control • Skin Protection • Nervous‑System Support

Medical sheepskins are highly beneficial for individuals who require specialized care, including those who are bedridden, recovering from surgery, or spending extended periods in a wheelchair. Their natural wool fibres offer unique clinical advantages:

1. Pressure Redistribution

The dense wool pile distributes pressure evenly across the body, reducing pressure points and helping prevent:

  • Bedsores

  • Pressure ulcers

  • Skin breakdown

This is essential for individuals with limited mobility or compromised circulation.

2. Moisture Absorption & Skin Integrity

Wool absorbs up to 40% of its weight in moisture, wicking dampness away from the skin. This helps:

  • Keep the skin dry

  • Reduce sweat buildup

  • Prevent irritation and infection

  • Support wound‑care environments

3. Natural Antimicrobial Protection

Lanolin in the wool acts as a natural antimicrobial agent, helping inhibit bacteria and reducing infection risk — especially important for individuals with fragile skin or compromised immune systems.

4. Friction & Shear Reduction

The soft, breathable wool surface protects delicate skin from friction and shear forces, helping prevent wounds and supporting faster healing.

5. Nervous‑System Comfort & Sensory Stability

Wool provides gentle tactile stimulation, consistent warmth, and breathable comfort that help calm the nervous system. This is especially beneficial for:

  • Individuals in pain

  • Those experiencing anxiety or agitation

  • People who rely on sensory stability for comfort

  • Long‑term care and palliative environments

Explore more therapeutic wool products:

  • Medical Wool Mats

  • Sheep Wool Wheelchair Covers

  • Pressure‑Relief Wool Pads


Washing Instructions

  • Machine wash on delicate in cool/lukewarm water (up to 70°C)

  • Use wool soap with lanolin (e.g., Eucalan)

  • Air dry or tumble with NO heat

  • Remove from dryer at 85% dry, remaining moisture evaporates naturally

  • Spot clean with warm water (up to 70°C) with eucalan or disinfecting soap

  • Do not bleach

Refreshing Your Wool (Self‑Cleaning Cycle)

Wool naturally refreshes itself when exposed to moisture in the air:

  • Hang outside in moist air (fog, evening humidity, light mist)

  • Wool absorbs natural moisture

  • When brought indoors, it releases excess moisture, leaving the wool fresh and deodorized

No chemicals needed, just nature doing what it does best.

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Wool is a completely natural fiber, produced year-round by over 68 million sheep in Australia. These sheep thrive on a simple diet of grass, water, fresh air, and sunshine.

Biodegradable

Once wool fibers are discarded, they naturally break down in soil within a few years, gradually returning beneficial nutrients to the ground.

Naturally Breathable

Merino wool is highly breathable, with fibers that can absorb significant amounts of moisture vapor and release it into the air through evaporation.

Wrinkle Resistant

On a microscopic scale, each Merino wool fiber acts like a tiny spring, bouncing back to its original shape after being bent. This natural elasticity helps Merino garments resist wrinkling.

100% Renewable

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