Improved Recovery Through Good Sound Environment in Hospitals
Noise in hospitals is one of the major challenges that not only affects patients but also the staff members. However, this problem of noise can be dealt with & Saint-Gobain Ecophon’s hygiene range (Ecophon Hygiene Clinic™ E) has proven to be a distinguished solution which helps in absorbing this unwanted noise thereby creating a calm and healing environment in hospitals.
| Nov 10, 2023, 13:14 IST
Business Wire India
Investment in acoustics is investing in health & well-being
It is a good investment to prioritize creating a pleasant sound environment very early in a hospital project. The buildings we create will be tomorrow's workplaces where the staff should have a functional work environment and be able to deliver at their very best for many years to come. An investment in sound-dampening solutions also pays off in patient care with better sleep and recovery as well as shorter treatment times. It is time for us to be sound-smart when we plan for great care facilities of the future.
Each room in a healthcare facility has its own distinct challenges. We at Ecophon can help you identify these challenges and suggest an appropriate solution from the innovative range of product solutions.
You can connect with us through the website: www.ecophon.in or email us at: ecophonindia@saint-gobain.com
Noise in hospitals is one of the major challenges that not only affects patients but also the staff members. However, this problem of noise can be dealt with & Saint-Gobain Ecophon’s hygiene range (Ecophon Hygiene Clinic™ E) has proven to be a distinguished solution which helps in absorbing this unwanted noise thereby creating a calm and healing environment in hospitals.
To understand the know-how of acoustics, it’s important to analyze the strong need for acoustics in healthcare environments.
Need for good acoustics in healthcare facilities
People suffering from disease or severe health issues require more sleep and rest compared to people in good health. Nevertheless, when being admitted to a hospital ward they will be exposed to disturbing noise that affects their ability to heal quickly. Most of the hospitals are not designed to minimize disruptive noise. This results in longer treatment times which cost society a lot of money and the patients, unnecessary suffering.
Not surprisingly, an improved sound environment has a positive effect on the outcome of healthcare work. A Swedish study (Hagerman 2005), from a cardiac intensive care unit that had a sound-absorbing ceiling installed, shows how not only the noise levels were reduced, but the patients felt less stressed and needed fewer intravenous beta-blockers compared to patients treated during the test period in a worse sound environment ( no sound absorbing ceiling) .
The patients generally expressed that they were also more satisfied with the care they received. Staff themselves experienced their work shifts as less stressful and they ranked them higher based on a work quality aspect - despite a higher number of patients and heavier care needs during the test period. This study is one of many that confirm that a calm environment contributes to favorable conditions making staff better able to perform complex, demanding tasks.
Essentials for a good acoustic treatment
One way to think and plan for a good sound environment is to use sound-absorbing materials that reduce the sound energy and the reflections of sound. Combine this with planning of the ward layout and the logistic paths of both people moving through the ward and material supply. In this way, it is possible to lower the noise levels, shorten the sound propagation and reduce unwanted sound reflections that disturb people who need peace & quiet or perform tasks that require concentration .
The materials used in a building naturally affect the sound. It is often possible to choose materials that meet the hospitals' hygiene requirements while also having top-quality sound-absorbing properties.
Ecophon Hygiene™ product range
The extensive Ecophon Hygiene™ range offers sound-absorbing solutions that meet all these hygiene demands and more, making sure everyone can experience all the benefits of a workplace with a good sound environment – a workplace that increases well-being and performance.
Ecophon Hygiene Clinic E™
To understand the know-how of acoustics, it’s important to analyze the strong need for acoustics in healthcare environments.
Need for good acoustics in healthcare facilities
People suffering from disease or severe health issues require more sleep and rest compared to people in good health. Nevertheless, when being admitted to a hospital ward they will be exposed to disturbing noise that affects their ability to heal quickly. Most of the hospitals are not designed to minimize disruptive noise. This results in longer treatment times which cost society a lot of money and the patients, unnecessary suffering.
Not surprisingly, an improved sound environment has a positive effect on the outcome of healthcare work. A Swedish study (Hagerman 2005), from a cardiac intensive care unit that had a sound-absorbing ceiling installed, shows how not only the noise levels were reduced, but the patients felt less stressed and needed fewer intravenous beta-blockers compared to patients treated during the test period in a worse sound environment ( no sound absorbing ceiling) .
The patients generally expressed that they were also more satisfied with the care they received. Staff themselves experienced their work shifts as less stressful and they ranked them higher based on a work quality aspect - despite a higher number of patients and heavier care needs during the test period. This study is one of many that confirm that a calm environment contributes to favorable conditions making staff better able to perform complex, demanding tasks.
Essentials for a good acoustic treatment
One way to think and plan for a good sound environment is to use sound-absorbing materials that reduce the sound energy and the reflections of sound. Combine this with planning of the ward layout and the logistic paths of both people moving through the ward and material supply. In this way, it is possible to lower the noise levels, shorten the sound propagation and reduce unwanted sound reflections that disturb people who need peace & quiet or perform tasks that require concentration .
The materials used in a building naturally affect the sound. It is often possible to choose materials that meet the hospitals' hygiene requirements while also having top-quality sound-absorbing properties.
Ecophon Hygiene™ product range
The extensive Ecophon Hygiene™ range offers sound-absorbing solutions that meet all these hygiene demands and more, making sure everyone can experience all the benefits of a workplace with a good sound environment – a workplace that increases well-being and performance.
Ecophon Hygiene Clinic E™
- Standard class A sound-absorbing ceiling for dry areas.
- The absorber has low emission levels, thus ensuring high indoor air quality.
- Resistant to mold and bacteria growth and withstand HPV cleaning.
- Tegular edge & available in two sizes.
Investment in acoustics is investing in health & well-being
It is a good investment to prioritize creating a pleasant sound environment very early in a hospital project. The buildings we create will be tomorrow's workplaces where the staff should have a functional work environment and be able to deliver at their very best for many years to come. An investment in sound-dampening solutions also pays off in patient care with better sleep and recovery as well as shorter treatment times. It is time for us to be sound-smart when we plan for great care facilities of the future.
Each room in a healthcare facility has its own distinct challenges. We at Ecophon can help you identify these challenges and suggest an appropriate solution from the innovative range of product solutions.
You can connect with us through the website: www.ecophon.in or email us at: ecophonindia@saint-gobain.com