Blog
Read inspiring blogs from people with a spinal cord injury and their family members – as well as Back Up volunteers, supporters and staff members. If you would like to write a blog about your experiences, please email our communications team.
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Why Lillie and Jonathan are taking on the Spinal Circuit in March 2022!
People across the UK are taking part in the Spinal Circuit for ...
25 February 2022
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Amelia’s story: ‘My crutches have been my lifeline and enabled me to live my best life!’
Taking on the Spinal Circuit challenge in March 2022 came just at ...
17 February 2022
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Regularly walking: the benefits for those with and without a spinal cord injury
With our Spinal Circuit challenge coming up in March 2022, we spoke to specialist ...
10 February 2022
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Kath’s Story: ‘I felt empowered’ after the Spinal Circuit challenge
Read on to discover how Kath took part in our Spinal Circuit ...
3 February 2022
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Reece’s story: ‘It was great to get out there again and meet new people’
Read on to discover how our Multi Activity Course introduced Reece to ...
2 February 2022
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2SCICHEFS: Finding friendship and following your passion after spinal cord injury
Read on for a Q&A with Tony and Jon, who started the social media community ...
2 February 2022
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Stephen’s Story: Finding empathy and understanding in the spinal cord injury community
Read on for Stephen’s story, featured in our 2021 impact report, ...
26 January 2022
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Our life changing courses are back for 2022!
Wanting to boost your confidence and independence after a spinal cord injury? Well, our life-changing ...
14 January 2022
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Hayley’s story: Connecting with others in similar situations
Read on for Hayley’s story, featured in our 2021 impact report, ...
12 January 2022
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Will’s Story: ‘Volunteering gives me purpose’
Read on for Will’s story, featured in our 2021 impact report. Find ...
24 December 2021