A cannula protector for protection of a cannulation site on a body is described. The protector includes a shield for inhibiting access to the cannulation site; and a body mount operatively connected to the shield, the body mount configured to provide one or more relief zones so as to relieve the mounting force of the protector when mounted on the body. A protector for protection of a cannulation site on a body is also described, the protector including: a shield for inhibiting access to the cannulation site; wherein the shield is configured to conform to a contour of the body to inhibit access to the cannulation site. Further, a protector for protection of a cannulation site on a body is described, the protector including: a shield for inhibiting access to the cannulation site; and a body mount operatively connected to the shield, the body mount including a plurality of body engaging feet; wherein the body engaging feet are configured to move to conform to a contour of the body to inhibit access to the cannulation site.