Ideomotor apraxia is a neurological condition that affects a person's ability to perform purposeful movements, even when they understand the task and have the physical ability to do it. This condition often occurs after brain injuries or strokes, particularly affecting areas responsible for motor planning and execution. Individuals with ideomotor apraxia may struggle to imitate gestures or carry out commands, such as waving goodbye or brushing their teeth. However, they can often perform these actions spontaneously in everyday situations. This disconnect between intention and action highlights the complexity of motor control in the brain.