Recreational Facilities and Patient Health Promotion in Southwest Nigeria: The Role of Nonmedical Intervention

The usage of non-biomedical intervention otherwise known as recreational facilities is a new strategy employed to enhance patient recovery in hospitals. These facilities such as board games, gym facilities, arts, and music, engages patient in different recovery activities. Therefore this study investigate recreational facilities as nonmedical intervention for patient health promotion. Using 362 questionnaires six hospitals in Southwest Nigeria were chosen using purposive and stratified sampling techniques. Also using purposive sampling, six individuals were chosen for an interview. The findings indicate that the use of recreational/nonmedical interventions will effectively reduce the levels of stress, anxiety, and depression in patients. They also improve recovery periods and provide a necessary diversion from the monotony of hospital routines. The study provides valuable insights into how these interventions can augment hospitals' clinical treatment and enhance health promotion. This will strengthen the region's healthcare sector and foster a holistic approach to healthcare in Southwest Nigeria.