Paul Campbell, commercial marketing manager at British Gypsum, explains the role of plaster and drylining solutions in creating a healthcare environment conducive to patient recovery.
The interior of a GP’s surgery or a hospital ward can have a big impact on patient well-being. A clean, tidy space with fresh, smart décor, and an air of serenity, can help put patients at their ease and aid recovery. A tired, dirty, noisy room, however, can make them feel uncomfortable. This was demonstrated by a study undertaken in 2003, which confirmed that patients are sensitive to their architectural hospital surroundings. The study’s authors found considerable evidence that being treated in an environment they felt comfortable in, due to factors such as the cleanliness of the space and the aesthetics, led to a significant improvement in a patient’s rate of recovery.
Benefit of invisible aspects
Aside from a room’s physical appearance, there are invisible aspects of a medical environment that can have a big impact on patient well-being. Chemicals and toxins in the air, as well as bacteria and other pathogens on walls and floors, can all affect treatment. It is important that every surface in the space facilitates the efforts of medical professionals to maintain a healthy and hygienic environment for the people in their care.
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