Smith & Nephew Zipzoc Zinc Oxide Stocking – Soothing Medicated Wound Care

The Smith & Nephew Zipzoc Zinc Oxide Stocking is a specialized, sterile medical dressing engineered for patients suffering from chronic venous insufficiency and leg ulcers. This 80cm medicated stocking acts as a high-performance primary contact layer, delivering the therapeutic benefits of zinc oxide directly to the skin. By combining effective medication with a convenient stocking format, Zipzoc simplifies the management of complex lower-limb vascular conditions.

Advanced Healing with a Preservative-Free Formula

Patient safety and comfort are at the heart of the Smith & Nephew Zipzoc Zinc Oxide Stocking. The formulation is entirely preservative-free, which significantly reduces the likelihood of skin sensitivity or allergic reactions—a common concern for patients requiring long-term venous care. Impregnated with liquid and white soft paraffin, the stocking maintains a moist environment that won’t dry out or stick to the wound surface, ensuring atraumatic (pain-free) removal during dressing changes.

Key Features & Benefits

• Soothing Zinc Oxide: Provides a calming effect on irritated skin and actively promotes the natural healing of venous leg ulcers.

• Non-Adherent Properties: The paraffin-based ointment prevents the stocking from sticking to the wound bed, protecting new tissue growth.

• Easy “Stocking” Application: The unique pull-on design is far less messy than traditional paste bandages, saving significant clinical time during application and removal.

• Preservative-Free: Minimizes the risk of contact dermatitis and sensitivity, making it the ideal choice for fragile or hypersensitive skin.

• Low Profile for Mobility: The thin construction of the Smith & Nephew Zipzoc Zinc Oxide Stocking allows it to be worn under standard compression bandages and fits easily into normal footwear.

• Sterile Packaging: Each 80cm stocking is individually sterilized to ensure the highest standards of hygiene and infection control.

Common Applications

• Chronic Venous Insufficiency: Used as a primary layer to treat skin changes and ulcers.

• Dermatological Support: Soothes stasis dermatitis and other inflammatory skin conditions of the lower leg.

• Compression Therapy Aid: Works perfectly as the base layer under multi-layer compression bandage systems or hosiery.

Product Specifications

The Professional Standard for Venous Leg Care

The Smith & Nephew Zipzoc Zinc Oxide Stocking is a favorite among wound care specialists for its ability to balance intensive medication with ease of use. It eliminates the traditional “mess” of paste bandages while providing the same localized therapeutic benefits. For patients, it means a more comfortable, breathable, and mobile recovery.

Clinical Application Tip: To apply the Smith & Nephew Zipzoc Zinc Oxide Stocking, simply slide it over the foot and up the leg, ensuring it is smoothed out without folds. Once in place, apply your secondary compression wrap as prescribed by your healthcare professional.