On the Assessment of Motor Imagery Ability: A Research Commentary

Abstract

The present opinion questions the assessment of motor imagery (MI) ability with questionnaires, particularly for subjects with low MI ability. Strengths and limitations of implicit and explicit tests that can be associated to MI ability are highlighted. Creative solutions are claimed to handle the various dimensions of MI such as modality and perspective preferences. Although most of the proposed tasks promote visual MI, variations of the tasks may increase the kinesthetic aspects. Ideas and directions for future developments to assess MI ability are discussed.