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# Spinal Injury

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Woman who developed back pain aged 18 left bed bound in agony as HSE refuses to fund operation
Her mother described how her daughter, who once had a bright future ahead of her, now faces a life of no hope and never-ending pain.
Family struggling with costs after son (20) breaks his back diving into Ibiza pool
Sean Paul McCabe’s family say he broke his back in two places.
Sailor with suspected spinal injuries rescued during yacht race
He was hit by a fallen mast in Dublin Bay.
Paralysed man walks again following groundbreaking surgery
The surgery is being hailed as an “historic change” for those with spinal injuries.
"Your next adventure is this": The incredible Mark Pollock story to hit big screen
The Irishman’s rollercoaster life – and Unbreakable spirit – the subject of feature documentary.
Cardiff Blues confirm Owen Williams has suffered 'significant' spinal cord injury
The 22-year-old Welsh centre incurred the injury at the World Club 10s.
Blind adventurer to give TED talk on hope four years after becoming paralysed
Mark Pollock said he was told to accept his situation but since his accident he has delved into the world of robotics and is looking at finding a possible cure for spinal injury
Video: Paralysed man able to stand and walk after pioneering treatment
Twenty-three-year-old American man says he never thought he would be able to stand up so quickly after starting the ground-breaking treatment.