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Effects of ageing on touch.

M M Wickremaratchi1, J G Llewelyn

  • 1Department of Neurology, School of Medicine, Cardiff University, Wales, UK. wpmmmw@cf.ac.uk

Postgraduate Medical Journal
|May 9, 2006
PubMed
Summary

As people age, their sense of touch can decline. This review explores the neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of aging touch sensation and its impact on functional deficits in older adults.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Gerontology
  • Sensory Physiology

Background:

  • Age-related decline in sensory modalities is a common observation.
  • Touch sensation involves complex neuroanatomical and neurophysiological pathways.
  • Understanding these changes is crucial for addressing functional deficits in the elderly.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the normal pathways of touch sensation.
  • To review evidence on the impact of aging on touch sensation.
  • To explain functional deficits in the elderly using neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of aging.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on aging and touch.
  • Analysis of neuroanatomical and neurophysiological data related to aging.
  • Synthesis of evidence to explain functional deficits.

Main Results:

  • Normal pathways of touch sensation are detailed.
  • Evidence on age-related changes in touch perception is reviewed.
  • Neuroscientific principles are applied to explain functional impairments.

Conclusions:

  • Age-related decline in touch sensation is significant.
  • Understanding the neurobiology of aging touch is important for geriatric care.
  • Further research can elucidate specific mechanisms and interventions.

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