Have you ever wondered who the spark that ignited the Paralympic Games was? The story of Ludwig Guttmann extends far beyond his role as founder of the Paralympics—it’s a masterclass in digital communication, innovative documentation, and transformative media strategies that revolutionised how medical breakthroughs reach global audiences. This article guides you through Ludwig Guttmann’s remarkable journey from his escape from Nazi Germany to nurturing one of the world’s most esteemed ... Ludwig Guttmann was a German-British neurologist who founded the Paralympic Games for people with disabilities. He escaped Nazi Germany in 1939 and became a pioneer of spinal injury research and rehabilitation. Ludwig Guttmann was a pioneer in neurosurgery, known for his contributions to advancing diversity and innovation in the field. Ludwig Guttmann (born July 3, 1899, Tost, Germany [now Toszek, Poland]—died March 18, 1980, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England) was a German-born English neurosurgeon who was the founder of the Paralympic Games.
