Sheep Wool Wound Care Heel Package — Complete Natural Protection for Fragile Heels

Medical / Therapeutic Use • Pressure Relief • Moisture Control • Clinically‑Aligned Care

The Sheep Wool Wound Care Heel Package is designed for individuals, caregivers, and clinicians who need targeted, natural protection for the heel,  one of the most vulnerable pressure points on the body. This curated set combines medical‑grade wool pads, heel‑specific protectors, lanolin, HOCl spray, and supportive materials to create a gentle, breathable, clinically aligned wound‑care routine.

Wool’s natural cushioning, moisture‑wicking ability, and antimicrobial properties make it ideal for reducing friction, preventing maceration, and supporting fragile or healing skin. This package is part of our trusted line of wool pressure relief products and sheep wool medical products used in long‑term care, home‑care, and rehabilitation.

What’s Included

Wool Pads (8 Total)

A complete range of densities for different stages of healing and levels of protection:

• 2 × 4×4, 950 g Coccyx Pads High‑density pads for maximum cushioning, pressure reduction, and long‑term comfort.

• 2 × 4×4,  850 g Coccyx Pads Medium‑density pads offering balanced cushioning and moisture‑wicking.

• 4 × 3×3,  350 g Coccyx Pads Lightweight pads ideal for early protection, delicate skin, and moisture absorption.

Heel‑Specific Protection

2 × Heel Cuff Protectors,  350 g Wool

Designed specifically for the heel:

• Cushions fragile or newly healed skin

• Reduces friction and pressure

• Helps maintain a dry, stable healing environment

• Ideal for mobility‑limited individuals or those at risk of pressure injuries

These cuffs support pressure ulcer prevention strategies and are part of our long‑term care wool products.

Additional Wound‑Care Essentials

Lanolin Cream (60 ml / 2 oz)

• Deeply hydrating

• Semi‑occlusive barrier support

• Naturally antimicrobial & antifungal

• Ideal for fragile, irritated, or compromised skin

Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl) Spray

• Gentle, non‑stinging skin cleanser

• Reduces microbial load

• Supports a clean healing environment

• Safe for sensitive or post‑treatment skin

12‑inch Merino Wool Strand (19 Micron)

• Ultra‑soft

• Ideal for moisture‑wicking between toes or skin folds

• Helps prevent maceration and bacterial overgrowth

Gauze

• For securing wool pads or creating breathable dressings

25 g Loose Wool

• Perfect for custom cushioning

• Moisture absorption

• Filling gaps around bony areas or irregular wound sites

Why Wool for Heel Wound Care?

The heel is one of the most common sites for pressure injuries. Medical‑grade wool provides:

• Cushioning to reduce pressure and friction

• Moisture‑wicking to prevent maceration

• Temperature regulation for stable skin conditions

• Natural antimicrobial protection

• Breathability that synthetic pads cannot match

This package is ideal for:

• Post‑treatment heel protection

• Pressure‑sensitive or fragile skin

• Seniors or mobility‑limited individuals

• Home‑care and clinical wound‑care routines

How to Use the Heel Package

1. Clean the area with HOCl spray.

2. Apply a thin layer of lanolin to the skin or directly to the wool.

3. Choose the appropriate wool pad based on cushioning needs:

   • 350 grams, light protection

   • 850 grams,  moderate support

   • 950 grams, maximum cushioning

4. Use heel cuffs for targeted heel protection.

5. Secure with gauze or a cotton sock if needed.

6. Use loose wool or merino strand for moisture‑prone areas or added comfort.

What It’s Made Of

We use a specialized sheep wool fabric, real wool fibres knitted into a soft, durable backing. This creates a washable, breathable, humane alternative to hide‑based medical sheepskin pads.

• No animal hide

• Machine washable with Eucalan soap to keep softness

• Breathable and long‑lasting

• Safe for clinical and therapeutic use