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Researching an upcoming event that emphasizes roman medicine, we came across the idea that wool had healing properties. Does anyone know the source for this? Maybe a reason why wool was a preferred fabric for tunics? <p>Legio XX<br>
Caupona Asellinae</p><i></i>
Richard Campbell
Legio XX - Alexandria, Virginia
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Wool was used because it takes the sweat away from the body leaving you feeling cool in the summer, even in the desert and warm in the winter. It was used on wounds as the protien in wool is the same as skin. The wool becomes part of the scab and wicks away the moisture from the wound. This makes the wounds heal faster. Today both the british and US militaries use wool in clothing for the above reasons and that wool is flame resistant. It doesn't melt like synthetic fibres.
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Wow! 8-) 8 years later... I think his event is over and done with LOL
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It seem there are references to research on wool in bed sore prevention. Couldn't find anything else in a quick search. Interesting topic and deserving of resurrection.