Sheepette Synthetic Sheepskin Comfort & Pressure Care

When someone spends long hours in bed or a wheelchair, the pressure points do the damage — heels, elbows, the tailbone, anywhere skin meets a firm surface for too long. Sheepette by Essential Medical Supply addresses exactly that, using a dense synthetic sheepskin that cushions bony prominences, disperses pressure, and wicks moisture away from the skin. It's the practical alternative to natural lambskin: the same soft, breathable feel, but machine-washable, more affordable, and consistent from piece to piece.

The collection covers the spots that matter most. The Sheepette Heel Protection Pad (D5005) wraps the heel and secures with a hook-and-loop strap, offloading one of the most common sites for pressure injuries — sized one-size-fits-most for easy fit. Synthetic Lambskin Elbow Protectors (D5006) do the same job for elbows that rub against sheets or armrests. For broader support, the Synthetic Lambskin Bed Pads come in 24x30, 30x40, and 30x60 inch sizes, so you can match the pad to the patient's frame or the area you want protected under the torso and hips.

For those who are up and mobile, the Sheepette Wheelchair Seat and Back Pad (D3005) softens both the seat and backrest for all-day sitting comfort, while the Crutch Cover Set (D5009) pads the underarm and grip to ease pressure and reduce chafing during recovery.

A common question: is synthetic sheepskin as good as real? For everyday comfort and skin protection it performs comparably and holds up far better through repeated laundering — a real advantage in home care and facility settings where products get washed often. Wash cool and air or low-tumble dry to keep the fibers plush.

Sheepette works well alongside dedicated pressure prevention products and general wound care supplies for anyone managing skin integrity at home or in a care setting.