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Every four hours, someone in the UK is permanently paralysed. At Back Up, we inspire people affected by spinal cord injury to get the most out of life.

We’re here to help you move forward in your life, regardless of your age, level of injury – or whether you walk or use a wheelchair.

Chole and her partner are stood in a sunny field. She is using a crutch, both are smiling.

We know that spinal cord injury affects the whole family, and that’s why we support family members too.

We are the only charity in the UK with dedicated services for children and young people with a spinal cord injury.

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Do you use assistive technology? Can you make a rumbling sound or squeeze a muscle in your ear to muffle your hearing?

Then @UniofBath need your help with developing a new ear-based assistive device to help people communicate. Find out more: email earswitch@bath.ac.uk @earswitch

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