I can hardly believe that summer is almost over and autumn is just around the corner—it feels like it flew by! Our Virtual Coffee Breaks have been bustling with activity and, as the weather begins to change, it’s a great…
This September, Myelopathy.org helped shine a spotlight on Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month, raising critical awareness about spinal cord health and the often-overlooked condition of Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy (DCM). As the leading cause of spinal cord injury worldwide, DCM is…
WARNING: THIS BLOG CONTAINS ADULT CONTENT! Hi everyone. I hope you’re all doing okay and enjoying the summer! We’ve recently changed the Virtual Coffee Breaks schedule, and we now meet virtually every other week. It’s been great to see new…
Gosh, another month has passed so quickly. Our Virtual Coffee Breaks have been amazing this month and we’ve had so many new members come along and join in. We’ve discussed a lot of topics, and the support we have for…
Hi, my name is Helen. I live in Gloucestershire. I have been involved with Myelopathy.org for a couple of years and am the person who has been printing and packaging the new stationery items on the Myelopathy Shop, but more…
As May unfolds, we find ourselves amidst Myelopathy Awareness Month, a time to shed light on the challenges and triumphs faced by individuals grappling with this condition and to amplify the voices of all affected by it. This month, Esther’s…
Amidst the recent struggles with my condition, a blend of January blues and the biting cold weather, my IBS has become an unrelenting companion. The aftermath of festive indulgence served as a stark reminder that my digestive system rebels against…
Stepping into the Night On the Coffee Breaks this month we’ve been talking about what activities we’d love to try or do again and people wanted to try many types of things! Doing something you’re passionate about infuses your life…
Part 1: Who Am I? My name is Gillian and I have lived independently with various cats and a very high-maintenance garden for over 30 years. I had my DCM surgery in 2024. My Backstory I retired early in 2010 at…
Overcoming Invisible Loneliness It’s so great that the Coffee Break group is providing support and addressing the challenges of loneliness and isolation due to myelopathy. Sharing feelings and discussing coping strategies like meditation and mindfulness can make a significant positive…