Unna Boot Compression Therapy in Ohio

Unna Boot Compression Therapy — Proven Wound Healing for Venous Leg Ulcers

If you're dealing with a non-healing wound on your lower leg — or if chronic swelling, skin discoloration, and pain from venous disease have made daily life difficult — Unna boot compression therapy may be the treatment that finally turns things around. An Unna boot is a specialized medicated compression wrap made with zinc oxide-infused gauze that is applied from the foot to just below the knee. It provides sustained, therapeutic compression that reduces swelling, promotes blood flow back toward the heart, and creates the ideal healing environment for venous leg ulcers. At Ohio Vein & Vascular, our board-certified vascular specialists use Unna boot therapy as a key component of our comprehensive wound care and vein treatment approach across all nine Ohio locations.

Unlike standard compression stockings that patients must put on and take off daily, an Unna boot is applied in our office and worn continuously for about one week before being replaced. This consistent, around-the-clock compression is what makes it so effective for stubborn wounds and severe edema that haven't responded to other treatments. Our team pairs Unna boot therapy with a full vascular evaluation — including duplex ultrasound — to identify and treat the underlying vein disease causing your symptoms. When we address the root cause and support healing with Unna boot compression, patients see significantly better outcomes. Select your nearest location below to learn more and schedule your complimentary leg screening.