Spatial Orientation Assessment in the Elderly: A Comprehensive Review of Current Tests

Tragantzopoulou, P. and Giannouli, V. 2024. Spatial Orientation Assessment in the Elderly: A Comprehensive Review of Current Tests. Brain Sciences. 14 (9) 898. https://doi.org/10.3390/brainsci14090898

TitleSpatial Orientation Assessment in the Elderly: A Comprehensive Review of Current Tests
TypeJournal article
AuthorsTragantzopoulou, P. and Giannouli, V.
AbstractSpatial orientation and navigation are complex cognitive functions that integrate sensory information, attention, and memory, enabling individuals to locate themselves in their environment. These abilities decline with age, signaling cognitive impairment in neurological patients, and significantly limit the autonomy of the elderly. Current neuropsychological assessments fall short in accurately measuring everyday wayfinding abilities, particularly in borderline cases of cognitive decline. This paper reviews various neuropsychological assessments, including Benton’s Judgment of Line Orientation Test, the Almeria Spatial Memory Recognition Test, the Spatial Span subtest from the Wechsler Memory Scale, and the Spatial Orientation in Immersive Virtual Environment Maze Test, evaluating their effectiveness in delineating spatial orientation and navigation skills. The review identifies significant gaps in the validity and reliability of these tests, particularly in their shortened versions, and highlights the potential of virtual reality environments as promising tools for improving diagnostic precision. The findings underscore the need for further research to refine these tools, ensuring they accurately capture cognitive decline and improve the differential diagnosis of neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s disease. Such advancements hold promise for enhancing the quality of care and autonomy for the elderly.
Article number898
JournalBrain Sciences
Journal citation14 (9)
ISSN2076-3425
Year2024
PublisherMDPI AG
Publisher's version
License
CC BY 4.0
File Access Level
Open (open metadata and files)
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)https://doi.org/10.3390/brainsci14090898
Publication dates
Published online05 Sep 2024
LicenseCC BY 4.0

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