BSN Medical Gelocast Unna Boot, 3 Inch x 10 Yards

The BSN Medical Gelocast Unna Boot is a light compressive cast made from non-raveling gauze coated with a zinc oxide and calamine formula. Unna boots are used in the management of venous leg ulcers, edema, and other lower extremity conditions requiring sustained compression and a moist wound healing environment. The zinc oxide and calamine coating provides soothing, skin-protective properties while the gauze construction conforms to the leg for comfortable, consistent compression. The 3-inch width is well suited for smaller limbs or more targeted lower extremity applications. Size: 3 inches wide x 10 yards long.

Key Features

• Non-raveling gauze construction for clean, consistent application
• Coated with zinc oxide and calamine formula for soothing, skin-protective compression
• Light compressive cast — provides sustained compression for venous conditions
• 3-inch width suited for smaller limbs or more targeted application areas
• Conforms to the leg for comfortable, consistent fit
• Size: 3 inches x 10 yards

Specifications

• SKU: BE1052
• UPC: 35664010522
• Brand: BSN Medical (Gelocast)
• Width: 3 inches
• Length: 10 yards
• Construction: Non-raveling gauze
• Coating: Zinc oxide and calamine formula
• Type: Unna boot compression bandage
• Country of Origin: United States

Ideal For

Wound care nurses and vascular clinicians managing venous leg ulcers in patients with smaller limbs or pediatric presentations will find the 3-inch Gelocast a clinically appropriate width for targeted lower extremity compression using a zinc oxide and calamine-coated non-raveling gauze. Physicians and advanced practice providers treating chronic venous insufficiency, post-sclerotherapy compression needs, and lower extremity edema will find the Gelocast a clinically established Unna boot option for multi-layer compression therapy. Physical therapists and occupational therapists managing lower extremity edema in rehabilitation patients will find the 3-inch width appropriate for patients whose limb circumference is better served by a narrower bandage than the standard 4-inch size. Medical supply purchasers and DME providers sourcing Unna boot products for wound care clinics or home health programs will find the BE1052 a standard Gelocast option in the narrower 3-inch width.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the 3-inch and 4-inch Gelocast?
The 3-inch width is suited for smaller limbs, pediatric applications, or more targeted compression areas. The 4-inch width (SKU BE1053) is the more common choice for standard adult lower leg applications. Your clinician will select the appropriate width based on limb size and clinical need.

What does the zinc oxide and calamine coating do?
Zinc oxide provides skin-protective and mild antimicrobial properties that help protect periwound skin during compression therapy. Calamine adds soothing properties for inflamed or irritated skin, making the combination well suited for patients with sensitive or reactive periwound tissue.

Is this product applied by a clinician or can it be self-applied?
Unna boots are typically applied by a trained clinician — a wound care nurse, physician, or advanced practice provider — as part of a structured wound care or compression therapy program. Self-application is not recommended, as improper application can result in inadequate or excessive compression.

How often is the Unna boot changed?
Unna boots are typically changed weekly, or more frequently if the dressing becomes saturated, soiled, or if the wound requires more frequent assessment. Always follow your clinician's instructions for dressing change frequency based on your wound status and clinical condition.