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Country of Origin: Mexico
- Weight: 5.3 lb
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MFR:
Gentell
Ships from MFI Medical
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MPN: GL3001
- Phone: (215) 788-2700
Frequently asked questions
What therapeutic conditions does the Unna Boot treat?
The Gentell Primer Unna Boot is a versatile medical dressing indicated for therapeutic compression and support across several conditions. It is particularly effective for:
- Venous & Lymphatic Conditions: Treating venous stasis leg ulcers and managing lymphatic edema.
- Musculoskeletal Injuries: Providing stabilization for minor injuries, including sprains, strains, and fractures.
- Advanced Wound Care: Supporting management of thrombophlebitis and stabilizing skin grafts on burn wounds.
Its quality construction, featuring non-raveling gauze and a non-hardening, preservative-free zinc-oxide paste, ensures consistent, comfortable pressure during treatment.
Is the Unna Boot made with a beneficial gelatin-free formula?
Yes, the Gentell Primer Unna Boot features a gelatin-free formula. This is a key benefit as it prevents the bandage from hardening or caking, ensuring continuous pliability and comfort during wear. This formulation maintains the integrity and effectiveness of the bandage over time, which is crucial for treating conditions such as venous stasis leg ulcers, lymphatic edema, and minor sprains.
Are different boot sizes offered?
Yes, the Gentell Primer Unna Boot is available in two standard sizes to accommodate various limb sizes and clinical requirements:
- 3 inches x 10 yards
- 4 inches x 10 yards
All size configurations are supplied in cases containing 12 individual boots.
Does the Gentell Primer Unna Boot contain preservatives?
No, the Gentell Primer Unna Boot is made without preservatives. This ensures a gentle application, minimizing the risk of skin irritation and allergic reactions for sensitive skin, while still providing effective treatment.
Does the Unna Boot come vacuum-sealed?
Yes, each Gentell Primer Unna Boot is packaged in a vacuum-sealed pouch. This unique packaging ensures both sterility and a prolonged shelf life, helping to maintain the integrity of the non-hardening zinc-oxide paste.
Does the zinc-oxide formula prevent hardening?
The Gentell Primer Unna Boot is specifically engineered with a non-hardening zinc-oxide paste formulation. This unique composition is a key selling point, ensuring the bandage remains pliable and comfortable throughout the treatment period.
Here are the key details regarding the formula:
- Gelatin-Free: The paste is formulated without gelatin, which is the primary factor that prevents caking or stiffening over time.
- Non-Raveling Gauze: The non-hardening paste is uniformly impregnated into a high-quality, threadlocked gauze that resists fraying.
- Preservative-Free: The product is manufactured without added preservatives, making it a cleaner choice for sensitive applications.
This specialized design makes the boot ideal for treating conditions such as venous stasis leg ulcers and lymphatic edema.
How many Unna Boots are included in a case?
Each standard configuration case of the Gentell Primer Unna Boot includes 12 bandages. This quantity is designed to provide a convenient supply for clinical or continuous therapeutic treatment settings.
Does the specialized formula prevent hardening?
Yes, the Gentell Primer Unna Boot utilizes a specialized, non-hardening zinc-oxide paste formula.
This formulation is designed specifically to prevent discomfort and maintain therapeutic effectiveness throughout wear. A key feature is that the paste contains no gelatin, which eliminates the risk of the bandage hardening or caking on the limb. This allows the non-raveling, threadlocked gauze to remain pliable and supportive.
Is the Unna Boot made with high-quality zinc-oxide paste?
Yes, the Gentell Primer Unna Boot features a specialized, therapeutic formulation. The high-quality gauze is uniformly impregnated with zinc-oxide paste designed for effective treatment, particularly of venous stasis ulcers and edema. Key advantages include:
- Non-Hardening Formula: The paste contains no gelatin, which prevents the bandage from hardening or caking after application, ensuring consistent comfort and performance.
- Preservative-Free: The boots are manufactured without added preservatives.
- Durable Construction: They use non-raveling, threadlocked gauze for superior integrity and durability.
This product is also available in variants with or without calamine.
Is the Unna Boot designed to remain pliable?
Yes, the Gentell Primer Unna Boot is specifically formulated to remain pliable and non-hardening throughout the wear period, ensuring user comfort and consistent therapeutic function. This quality is maintained through the bandage’s unique composition:
- Non-Hardening Zinc-Oxide Paste: The gauze is uniformly impregnated with a specialized zinc-oxide paste that resists stiffening and caking.
- Gelatin-Free Formula: The boot contains no gelatin, which is the crucial element preventing it from hardening like many traditional Unna boot formulas.
- High-Quality Construction: It utilizes durable, non-raveling threadlocked gauze, ensuring the dressing maintains its integrity while remaining flexible.