Abstract: A protective device for protecting the heel of the hand, comprising an impact-resistant protective portion and a securing means for securing the protective portion to the hand. The protective portion is arranged to cover, in use, the heel of the hand, and is so configured and dimensioned that it does not extend towards the fingers or the wrist substantially beyond the heel of the hand. In the event of a fall, the impact-resistant protective portion of the device provides protection for the wearer from the impact of the heel of their hand with the ground. However, as the protective portion does not extend towards the fingers or the wrist substantially beyond the heel of the hand, movement of the wearer's wrist is not restricted.