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Donate today to our emergency coronavirus appeal. We need your help to keep vital projects alive to support people affected by spinal cord injury.

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.

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

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Life with spinal cord injury

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David’s story: Lockdown with a spinal cord injury

Juliette’s Spinal Circuit challenge – cycling 1799km on a stationary bike

Important information and updates about coronavirus and our services

Leading charities collaborate to mark spinal cord injury awareness day

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Blog

Guy’s guest blog: New beginnings

Fundraising in lockdown: Your impact

David’s story: Lockdown with a spinal cord injury

Elaine’s story: How a mentor transformed her life

Our impact in 2018/19

Read more and download our latest impact report

94%

of mentees increased in at least three positive coping strategies

1,551

people affected by spinal cord injury were supported by Back Up

100%

of our residential course participants achieved their personal aims

727

people were supported by telephone on topics like work and relationships