The FAME (Fitness and Mobility Exercise) Program was developed in Vancouver, Canada by Janice Eng PhD PT/OT with invaluable assistance from Andrew Dawson MD FRCP, Daniel Marigold PhD and Marco Pang PhD PT with funding from the Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC and Yukon.
FAME is a community-based exercise program developed for people with stroke who have some standing and walking ability. We showed that this program improved mobility, cardiovascular fitness, arm and hand function. A physical therapist or occupational therapist instructed the patient in the program, but the patient did the program independently. It is important to note that better outcomes are achieved if the patient has family, friends or a caregiver who can assist with the program.
This manual has been prepared based on current scientific evidence. Health and medical knowledge is constantly changing. It is the responsibility of the practitioner or exercise instructor, relying on experience and knowledge of the client, to determine the appropriate treatment for each individual. The FAME author, contributors and supporting institutions shall not be liable for any damages, injuries, claims, liabilities, costs or obligations arising from the use or misuse of this material. If you have or suspect you have a health problem, you should consult your health care provider.
To get started with FAME and download the program guidelines, please fill out the form on the Instruction Manuals page, accessible from the right-hand sidebar.
