rhythmentrainment
Rhythmentrainment, also referred to as rhythm entrainment, is the systematic use of rhythmic stimuli to align neural activity and motor responses with a regular tempo. The approach rests on neural entrainment, in which brain rhythms synchronize to repetitive sensory input, enabling predictable timing of perception and action. Applications span clinical rehabilitation, performance training, and cognitive enhancement.
Rhythm stimuli may be auditory, tactile, or a combination of both. Auditory cues such as metronomes, drumbeats,
Clinical and practical uses include gait rehabilitation after stroke or Parkinson’s disease, where paced walking can
Evidence is mixed across conditions and individuals; robust effects are more consistently observed for gait-related outcomes
See also: neural entrainment, rhythmic auditory stimulation, metronome therapy, music therapy, auditory beat stimulation.