Back Care Awareness Week

Back Care Awareness Week takes place from 2 to 8 October 2026, focusing attention on back pain, prevention and the millions of people who live with it every day.

When is Back Care Awareness Week?

Back Care Awareness Week is observed in October (October 2-8). It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause — see the full calendar.

Why Back Care Awareness Week matters

Back pain is one of the most common reasons people miss work and struggle day to day. The week promotes good posture, safe movement and better support for those living with chronic back conditions. Explore community support volunteering.

How to get involved in Back Care Awareness Week

There are three simple ways to make Back Care Awareness Week count:

• Volunteer — volunteer to support people living with back pain or help run gentle movement and wellbeing sessions. Browse opportunities.
• Fundraise — hold a sponsored walk or workplace stretch challenge to fundraise for a back care charity.
• Raise awareness — share simple posture, lifting and exercise tips to help others protect their backs.

Back Care Awareness Week volunteering opportunities

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Get involved with Back Care Awareness Week

Browse live opportunities, log your hours, and earn verified badges you can add to your CV and LinkedIn. Find volunteering roles or see more awareness days.