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Apraxia: From Neuroanatomical Pathways to Clinical Manifestations
Sarah Stoll1,2,3, Lukas Lorentz4, Ferdinand Binkofski4
1Department of Psychology, University of Konstanz, Konstanz, Germany.
Current Neurology and Neuroscience Reports
|November 16, 2024
Summary
Apraxia, a disorder affecting gesture and tool use, impacts daily life. Research shows progress in therapy through intensive practice and new technologies, though challenges remain in understanding its neuroanatomy.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Cognitive Psychology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
Background:
- Apraxia impairs gesture production and tool use, significantly affecting daily activities.
- It is commonly observed in neurological conditions like stroke and dementia, but also increasingly recognized in psychiatric populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current conceptualizations of apraxia.
- To discuss recent developments in the diagnosis and therapy of apraxia.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on apraxia.
- Analysis of recent studies on diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
- Examination of neuroanatomical models and technological advancements.
Main Results:
- Gesturing deficits are identified across neurological and psychiatric conditions.
- Integrative therapies involving intensive practice show promising results.
- Despite technological opportunities (virtual reality, brain stimulation), therapeutic progress remains marginal.
- Neuroanatomical models are advancing through lesion-symptom mapping and connectivity analyses.
- The digital era necessitates research into digital tool use in apraxia.
Conclusions:
- Understanding apraxia requires integrating findings from diverse populations and advanced neuroimaging.
- Novel therapeutic strategies leveraging technology are crucial for improving patient outcomes.
- Further research into the neurobiological underpinnings and digital interactions is warranted.
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