Sheep Wool Hand Protector — Soft, Breathable Medical/Therapeutic Support

1" Medical‑Density Wool • Moisture Absorption • Gentle Separation for Contracted Hands

The Sheep Wool Hand Protector is designed to provide warmth, comfort, and soft protection while keeping the fingers gently separated. Made with a 1‑inch medical‑grade wool pile, it absorbs moisture from the palm and between the fingers, helping prevent irritation, maceration, and skin breakdown. This makes it an excellent choice for individuals with limited mobility, contracted hands, stroke recovery, arthritis, or fragile skin.

The protector opens fully and features a Velcro‑adjustable strap and a convenient thumb hole, making it easy to put on and remove,  ideal for caregivers and for individuals who need a soft, breathable alternative to synthetic materials. Available individually or in pairs.

This hand protector is part of our trusted line of therapeutic wool products and sheep wool medical products used in long‑term care, home‑care, and rehabilitation environments.

Sizes

• Small

• Medium

• Large

• X‑Large

Why Choose a Sheep Wool Hand Protector

• Moisture‑absorbing,keeps skin dry and reduces irritation (moisture‑wicking medical wool)

• Naturally antimicrobial, helps prevent bacteria, mold, and fungus

• Soft cushioning, protects delicate or aging skin (wool for fragile skin)

• Gentle warmth, helps soothe muscles and ease discomfort

• Finger separation, prevents contraction and protects fragile tissue

• Breathable & temperature‑regulating (temperature‑regulating medical wool)

• Ideal for stroke recovery, contracted hands, arthritis, and limited mobility

This protector offers natural comfort and support throughout the day.

What Is Sheep Wool Fabric?

Our medical wool fabric is made from:

• Real wool fibres (sheared from the sheep)

• A soft nylon grid

• A medical‑grade acrylic stabilizer

This creates a plush, breathable material that looks like sheepskin, but without the hide, making it durable, washable, and ideal for health and wellness use. It is the same construction used in our long‑term care wool products and sheep wool medical products.

All Soul Comfort Medical wool products are made with 1" medical‑grade wool pile, washable up to 70°C, and meet Infection Prevention and Control Canada (IPAC) guidelines.

Care Instructions

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

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

• Tea Tree soap products may be used to disinfect

• Do not bleach

• Machine dry on low heat or hang to dry out of the sun

• Expect light shedding when new, air‑fluff (no heat) for 5 minutes

• Avoid high heat and direct sunlight

• Wool naturally binds over time; this does not affect performance

• For a fluffier look, brush with a metal brush after laundering

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

Washing Instructions

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

• Use wool soap containing lanolin

• Air drying recommended

• Tumble dry without heat to fluff

• Remove at ~85% dry, remaining moisture evaporates naturally

• Spot clean with warm water (up to 70°C) and disinfecting soap if needed

• Do not bleach