Abstract: One of the most common reasons why the elderly fall is gait stability disorders. Gait rhythm perturbations are presented in those diseases with stability disorders such as Parkinson's disease and stroke. Rhythmic cues with visual, auditory or somatosensory stimulation can promote walking stability caused by magnet effect, compensatory, relax and attention saving.

Key words: rhythmic cues, gait rhythm, magnet effect, resonance, elderly, review