Economic Argument for Innovative Design From Valuing Patient-Centered Stroke Rehabilitation.

ABSTRACT: Purpose: This study examines the economic benefits of innovative design in a hospital ward with the capital and operational costs and societal and government benefits. Background: An economic view of health care delivery options considers both the costs and benefits of an intervention for the economy, funders, and patients. Previous studies have focused on the financial costs of capital as an asset class for hospital development. Methods: Four hypothetical stroke rehabilitation units were designed within a larger Living Labs program (the NOVELL project). A standard stroke rehabilitation hospital ward design was compared to three alternative designs. The alternative designs expanded areas for therapy, social engagement, communal activities, and staff wellbeing, included

SUBMITTER: Kerr R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12340140 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature