A lightweight and durable solution for protection of the the limbs from skin tears and skin damage. The limb protector has been designed using the trademarked Coolmax System. The inside of the protect-a-limb has channeled synthetic fibres surrounded by cotton on the outer surface which is slightly retentive. Aged Care Health Professionals highly recommended Protect-a-Limb as a truly effective means of preventing recurring skin tears, with the resultant saving to healthcare costs. Easy and fast to apply when compared to other methods of protection.