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Huge congratulations to Olivia for completing the Brighton Marathon yesterday 🏃♀️![]()
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After being diagnosed with scoliosis and facing huge challenges, Olivia turned to running and hasn’t looked back since. To take on her first marathon for us is honestly incredible.![]()
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Thank you for raising awareness, sharing your story, and supporting others in the scoliosis community!![]()
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If you’d like to support Olivia, you still can 👇![]()
www.justgiving.com/page/olivia-wickendon-1
🏃♀️ Meet Ruby Adams!![]()
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Ruby is running the London Marathon on 26th April for Scoliosis Support & Research and she’s been putting in some serious training, like this 30.44km run! 💪![]()
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She’s running to support young people like her sister Olive, who underwent spinal fusion surgery in 2023 after being diagnosed with scoliosis. Olive has made a full recovery and is back enjoying life, playing tennis, swimming, and thriving.![]()
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Ruby’s goal is to help SSR continue providing vital emotional, practical, and community support for families navigating scoliosis. Every donation she receives makes a real difference.![]()
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💻 Support Ruby here: www.justgiving.com/page/ruby-adams-1![]()
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#MarathonSeason #TeamSSR #RunForACause #LondonMarathon #ScoliosisAwareness
You're invited: Leeds Patient Event ![]()
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Have questions about scoliosis or want to learn more about treatment options? Join us for a full-day patient event where you can hear directly from scoliosis specialists and ask your own questions.![]()
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📅 Sunday 10th May![]()
📍 Park Plaza, Boar Lane, City Square, Leeds, LS1 5NS![]()
⏰ 10:00am – 4:00pm![]()
🥗 Lunch included (vegan option) | ☕ Tea, coffee & soft drinks provided![]()
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👥 Expert speakers include:![]()
• Orthopaedic Consultants![]()
• Specialist Nurses![]()
• Physiotherapists![]()
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Whether you’re living with scoliosis, supporting someone who is, or simply want to learn more, this is a great opportunity to get trusted advice and connect with others.![]()
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🎟 Spaces are limited – scan the QR code or book via the link in our bio:![]()
app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/ScoliosisSupportAndResearch/leedsevent.html![]()
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#Scoliosis #ScoliosisSupport #LeedsEvents #SpineHealth #SSR
🌧️ Rain, determination, and every step counting… meet Aaron Hooper, one of our amazing runners this marathon season!![]()
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On 12th April, Aaron will be tackling the Brighton Marathon for Scoliosis Support & Research.![]()
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Let’s cheer him on as he trains, pushes through the rain, and takes on the challenge! 💪![]()
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💻 Support Aaron here: 2026brightonmarathonweekend.enthuse.com/pf/aaron-hooper![]()
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#MarathonSeason #TeamSSR #RunForACause #BrightonMarathon
📍 New location added: HARDWICK PARK, DURHAM![]()
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We’re excited to announce that Hardwick Park, Durham is now part of Walk Together 2026 🎉![]()
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On Sunday 14 June, communities across the UK will step out for Scoliosis Awareness Month, and now Durham will be walking (and connecting) too.![]()
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🚶 Walk 5K or 10K![]()
☕ Or join the coffee hub and meet others![]()
💛 Be part of a growing nationwide community![]()
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Whether you walk, support, or just come along, everyone is welcome.![]()
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📍 Hardwick Park, Durham![]()
📅 Sunday 14 June 2026![]()
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👇 Sign up and join the Durham walk![]()
🔗 ssr.org.uk/walk-together/![]()
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#WalkTogether #StepForScoliosis #ScoliosisAwareness #Durham
Have a story to tell?![]()
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We’re always looking to feature voices from across our community in Backbone Magazine.![]()
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Whether you’d like to share your personal journey, something creative, your research, or an informative piece from your professional experience, we’d love to hear from you.![]()
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Your story could help others feel seen, supported, and informed.![]()
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📩 If you’re interested in contributing, please email us at communications@ssr.org.uk![]()
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Every voice matters.
