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News and Stories

Mary's Story

Mary's Story

Mary has joined our team as Peer Support Advisor for Dumfries and Galloway area. Read more

Posted to: News and Stories

Published: 4th February, 2022

Joanna's story

Joanna's story

Joanna has joined our team as Peer Support Advisor for Aberdeen and the Grampian area. Read more

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Published: 4th February, 2022

Kiltwalk Glasgow 2021

Kiltwalk Glasgow 2021

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Published: 22nd July, 2021

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Arran's Story

Arran's Story

Arran has joined our team as Peer Support Advisor for The Borders. He has jumped into the role headfirst and has already proven himself an invaluable member of the team. As the youngest member of staff, he has been providing a new perspective. Read more

Posted to: News and Stories

Published: 6th May, 2021

Updated: 4th February, 2022

Spotlight: The importance of Peer Support

Spotlight: The importance of Peer Support

Peer Support is at the heart of what we do. Read more

Posted to: News and Stories

Published: 29th January, 2021

Author: Iona Innes

Your road to worry free motoring

Your road to worry free motoring

The Motability Scheme enables anyone in receipt of a higher rate mobility allowance to exchange that allowance for a lease of a car, scooter, powered wheelchair or Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle. The Scheme provides flexible and hassle-free access to a brand new, reliable vehicle of your choice – giving you greater freedom, every day. Read more

Posted to: News and Stories

Published: 3rd March, 2020

Author: SIS Info

Comments: 1

5 Years of Social Nights at the QENSIU

5 Years of Social Nights at the QENSIU

For those who have spent time in the Queen Elizabeth National Spinal Injuries Unit (QENSIU) will know the importance of the monthly social nights that Laura Torrance has been hosting for the last 5 years. Read more

Posted to: News and Stories

Published: 27th November, 2019

Updated: 14th January, 2021

Stuarts Story

Stuarts Story

Stuart is our Peer Support for Dumfries & the Borders. Stuart has been a motorbike enthusiast his whole life, when a motorcycle accident caused him to lose the use of his legs he has not let it stop him from trying new activities and finding other ways to get his adrenaline fix. Read more

Posted to: News and Stories

Published: 15th August, 2019

Updated: 31st January, 2020

Author: SIS Info

Tony's Story

Tony's Story

You’ll probably hear Tony before you see him. He’s the vibrant Spinal Injuries Scotland volunteer whose arrival usually precedes laughter from patients and staff at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital’s spinal unit. But how does a man who can’t walk keep his spirits, and the spirits of others, so high? Read more

Posted to: News and Stories

Published: 15th August, 2019

Updated: 5th March, 2020

Author: SIS Info

Stay at Clober Farm

Stay at Clober Farm

Fully accessible self catering accommodation located in Milngavie. Read more

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Published: 27th June, 2018

Updated: 26th March, 2019

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  • Conus Medullaris Syndrome

    Here a fracture of the T11/T12 vertebra has damaged the spinal cord at the level of the 5th Lumbar nerve.

  • Posterior Cord Syndrome

    This is a very rare incomplete injury and usually is caused by a medical mishap such as a tumour or lack of blood supply.

  • Anterior Cord Syndrome

    Caused by the fractured vertebra crushing the front of the spinal cord.

  • Central Cord Syndrome

    As we get older we develop arthritis in our neck with the ligaments, discs and joints of the neck stiffening, and osteophytes (extra bone formations) forming within the spinal canal.

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  • Who we are

    Who we are

    Spinal Injuries Scotland is a charity that wants to make a difference in society. We are ambitious to achieve positive change so that people with a spinal cord injury can live their daily lives in a more equal environment.

  • Stay at Clober Farm

    Stay at Clober Farm

    Clober Farm is a converted farmhouse which has been transformed into a fully accessible living accommodation and accessible garden with patio area and raised beds, designed with the wheelchair user in mind. Close to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs. Open all year.

  • Contact us

    Our main office is based in Glasgow. Our Peer Support Volunteers are in the Queen Elizabeth National Spinal Injuries Unit (QENSIU) 5 days a week. We have 6 Peer Support Advisors based in Inverness, Aberdeen, and Dumfries and the Borders.

  • Peer Support Volunteers

    All our volunteers are affected by SCI in some way, whether they have sustained a SCI themselves or are friends and family with someone who has.

  • Management Team

    Our directors have a diverse range of skills including nursing, IT and PR.

  • Accessing a spouse's bank account while they are in a coma

  • FACE-TO-FACE COFFEE MEETS ARE BACK!

    FACE-TO-FACE COFFEE MEETS ARE BACK!

    FACE TO FACE COFFEE MEETS We are over the moon to welcome you back to our face-to-face peer support coffee meets. Not to worry though, our virtual meets will continue to go ahead too!

  • Castle Semple BBQ and Watersports Day 2023

    Castle Semple BBQ and Watersports Day 2023

    We are hosting our annual BBQ and activities day at Castle Semple. Come along and try kayaking, hand biking, sailing and canoeing totally free!

  • What is a spinal injury

    What is a spinal injury

    What is a Spinal Cord Injury? Learn about The Spine and it's different Vertebra, the Spinal Cord and the nerves within it and the effects of Paralysis.

  • Patrons and Ambassadors

    Our patrons are a source of support and encouragement for Spinal Injuries Scotland. HRH The Princess Royal regularly attends our events.

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