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.

Maisie’s story: Going to university with a spinal cord injury

At Back Up, we want to ensure that every child and young person with a ...

1 September 2021

Choosing the right solicitor: Expert insight from Stewarts

This article was sponsored by Stewarts Law. Instructing a personal lawyer after sustaining a spinal cord ...

26 August 2021

Alison’s story: Finding a community after spinal cord injury.

Read on for a blog from Alison, who found a supportive community after spinal cord ...

25 August 2021

Yasmin’s story: An active life with an incomplete spinal cord injury

Yasmin was very sporty and active. She loved the gym, swimming, and sports. In January ...

4 August 2021

Liz’s story: Independence with an incomplete spinal cord injury

Not everyone with a spinal cord injury uses a manual wheelchair. Some people can walk ...

4 August 2021

Assistance while travelling on rail after spinal cord injury – a guest blog from Network Rail

We recently partnered with Network Rail and Transpennine Express to create a series of videos ...

6 July 2021

Sue’s story: Holiday after spinal cord injury

After spinal cord injury, you may be keen to travel once again. It may take ...

6 July 2021

Ian’s story: Travel after spinal cord injury

Spinal cord injury can affect every part of your life. Some things may feel more ...

6 July 2021

Paul’s story: “#10@10For10”

We spoke to Paul, who is taking on "#10@10for10" - a challenge to support ...

22 June 2021

Christopher’s story: The “What Next?” course

After sustaining a spinal cord injury, it can feel like every part of your life ...

10 June 2021