Jill Drew Physiotherapy

Jill Drew Physiotherapy Jill Drew is a highly experienced Physio working in a well equipped clinic in Birdingbury, Rugby. Do you have a troublesome sports injury?

Physiotherapy, Acupuncture and one to one Pilates
Are you struggling with aches, pains, niggles and strains? Have you recently broken a bone or are recovering from surgery? Do you need help getting back to the things you love? Whether your goal is playing your sport again, walking the coastal footpath, kicking a football with your grandchildren, sitting comfortably at work or just being able to g

et up and down off the floor more easily I can help you. My aim to find the root of your symptoms and more importantly what is causing it. My goal is to return you to optimum function using trusted techniques including hands on treatments , bespoke exercises, acupuncture, pilates plus lots of tips and tricks learned over the years! . I will give you the knowledge to understand what may have caused the problem and give you the tools to properly manage your condition in the long term. My well equipped clinic and gym is based in Birdingbury which is close to Rugby, Southam, Leamington and Coventry. Parking is free and easy. There is no waiting list and I offer early morning, daytime and evening appointments. Why not contact me for a free, no obligation phone call to see if I can help you recover. Should you require any additional information that is not provided on the website or have a general enquiry, please feel free to contact us via email or by telephoning Jill direct on 07792 570293.

Instead of stretching yourself thin, what if you chose to focus on what truly matters?At Jill Drew Physiotherapy, we see...
10/04/2026

Instead of stretching yourself thin, what if you chose to focus on what truly matters?

At Jill Drew Physiotherapy, we see it every day — when you prioritise your health and fitness everything else becomes easier to carry.

✨ Your ability to show up, move well, and live fully

It’s not about doing more. It’s about doing what matters, with intention.

If pain, stiffness, or injury is holding you back, we’re here to help you get back to what’s important — feeling strong, capable, and present in your life.

Take a moment today to check in with your body. It’s the foundation for everything else 💜

Wishing all our patients , friends , suppliers and colleagues a very Happy Easter break - the clinic is now closed until...
03/04/2026

Wishing all our patients , friends , suppliers and colleagues a very Happy Easter break - the clinic is now closed until Tuesday 7th April
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You don’t need 10,000 steps a day…And you don’t even need 5,000.A large study published in the British Journal of Sports...
23/03/2026

You don’t need 10,000 steps a day…
And you don’t even need 5,000.

A large study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine looked at what really happens when adults simply move more — even just a little more.

The results?
Being consistently active throughout adulthood was linked to a 30–40% lower risk of death from any cause.

But here’s the part we love most 👇
Even those who didn’t meet the official exercise guidelines still saw a 20–25% reduction in risk.

That’s not small — that’s a powerful benefit from small, manageable changes.

And the takeaway is simple:
✨ It’s never too late to start.

Another study found that just 15 minutes of brisk walking a day can reduce the risk of death by nearly 20%, particularly from heart disease.

At Jill Drew Physiotherapy, we remind our patients of this every day:
👉 The best exercise is the one you’ll actually do — consistently.

You don’t need a gym.
You don’t need fancy equipment.
You don’t need to train for a marathon.

You just need to move your body in a way that feels good enough to do again tomorrow.

🚶🏻 A walk after lunch.
🧘‍♂️A quick morning stretch.
🏋🏻A few squats when you are on the phone.
🕺🏽 Even dancing around your kitchen

Start where you are — it all counts.
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Many people wait months before getting pain or movement issues checked.But early treatment is often the fastest and easi...
20/03/2026

Many people wait months before getting pain or movement issues checked.

But early treatment is often the fastest and easiest way to recover.

It may be worth seeing a physio if you notice:

• pain lasting longer than 2–3 weeks
• avoiding certain movements because they hurt
• feeling weaker, stiffer or less stable

Small problems are usually much easier to fix early.

If something hasn’t felt quite right for a while, we’re here to help.
07792 570293

https://www.jilldrewphysio.com/
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Strangely most of the things that improve your health can’t be bought in a bottle.Often when people think about improvin...
16/03/2026

Strangely most of the things that improve your health can’t be bought in a bottle.

Often when people think about improving their health, they look straight to vitamins and supplements. But the foundations of good health are usually much simple.

At Jill Drew Physiotherapy this is the “Vitamin and Supplement package” we recommend most often — in order of importance:

1️⃣ Eight hours of sleep
Every night, ideally at roughly the same time. Quality sleep does more for recovery, pain, and overall health than almost anything else.

2️⃣ A daily walk outdoors
Fresh air, natural light, and gentle movement.

3️⃣ A little sunshine
10–15 minutes of daylight on exposed skin when possible. Simple, effective, and completely free.

4️⃣ Water
Plain water. Drink some… and then drink a bit more. Hydration supports everything from joint health to energy levels.

5️⃣ Real food
Meals made from ingredients you recognise. If you can identify what’s on your plate, you’re probably on the right track. A variety of fruit and vegetables will give you bonus points !

6️⃣ A few minutes of slow, deliberate breathing
Just 3 minutes can help reduce stress and support healthy blood pressure.

7️⃣ Real conversations
Face-to-face connection with another person. No screens. No notifications. Something many of us are surprisingly short of.

Total cost: minimal
Evidence base: decades of research

You won’t find anyone selling this “package” but these simple habits are often the most powerful tools we have for improving health and recovery.

Out of curiosity — which one of these do you find hardest to stay consistent with?
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Happy Mothers Day to all the wonderful Mums but also thinking of those of you who find this day difficult.
15/03/2026

Happy Mothers Day to all the wonderful Mums but also thinking of those of you who find this day difficult.

One of the most common things we see in clinic is people stretching when they actually need strengthening. 💪🏻 😖If a joi...
13/03/2026

One of the most common things we see in clinic is people stretching when they actually need strengthening. 💪🏻

😖If a joint feels unstable or painful, stretching alone often won’t solve the problem.

💡 In many cases what the body actually needs is stronger muscles supporting the joint.

🏋🏻That’s why rehabilitation exercises usually focus on building strength and control, not just flexibility.

👩‍⚕️If you’ve been stretching something for months and it’s still painful, it may be worth having it assessed.

😊Sometimes the solution is simpler than you think.

Contact us on 07792 570 293 or book online https://www.jilldrewphysio.com/

One habit protects five critical systems in your body.Ignoring it now makes fixing things later much harder.The most pow...
09/03/2026

One habit protects five critical systems in your body.
Ignoring it now makes fixing things later much harder.

The most powerful “prescription” we give at Jill Drew Physiotherapy costs nothing… yet it protects your entire body.

It’s not a supplement.
It’s not a diet.

It’s strength-based movement.

Done consistently, it helps protect:

✔ Metabolism
✔ Bone density
✔ Brain health
✔ Balance and fall risk
✔ Heart health

One habit. Five systems protected.

Yet it’s the habit people drop first when life gets busy.

The truth is: strength, balance and mobility don’t disappear overnight — they fade slowly when movement disappears from our routine.

And the longer we wait to address it, the harder it becomes to rebuild.

The good news?
You don’t need a gym.
You don’t need hours.

You just need the right exercises and the right guidance.

If you’re unsure where to start, or pain or injury has been holding you back, our team at Jill Drew Physiotherapy can help you move safely and confidently again.

Because the people who stay strong and independent later in life usually didn’t wait until they had to start.

📩 Get in touch if you’d like help getting started.
07792 570293
https://www.jilldrewphysio.com/contact-us-physiotherapy-rugby/

What are the 3 things that give you an intense feeling of well-being? 💛Take a moment and really think about it. Is it wa...
05/03/2026

What are the 3 things that give you an intense feeling of well-being? 💛

Take a moment and really think about it. Is it walking in nature? Yoga? Dancing? Calling your parents? Reading a good book? Time with friends? Solitude?

So often, we wait for big milestones to feel happy… but real well-being lives in the small, consistent habits that nourish us.

Now the important question:
Can you make time for your “happiness habits” at least once a week?

Not when everything is done.
Not when you have extra time.
But intentionally.

A happy mind creates a happy life. ✨

I’d love to know — what are your three- mine are in the comments below 👇💛

Thank you to Dr Chatterjee for sharing this graphic and I can highly recommend his book “Happy Mind Happy Life”

🌿 5 Things to Try in March 🌿March is the perfect month for a reset. As the seasons shift, it’s a gentle reminder that we...
02/03/2026

🌿 5 Things to Try in March 🌿

March is the perfect month for a reset. As the seasons shift, it’s a gentle reminder that we can too. Here are 5 simple things I’m focusing on this month:

1️⃣ Go for a daily walk and notice the changes in nature – enjoy spring’s new beginnings.
2️⃣ Organise a catch-up with someone you haven’t seen in a while – relationships matter.
3️⃣ Write down 1 thing you’re grateful for every single day – small gratitude, big impact.
4️⃣ Embrace the promise of spring by decluttering your space – clear space, clear mind.
5️⃣ Try a simple breathing exercise each day – inhale for 4, hold for 4, exhale for 6. Repeat for 2–3 minutes to calm your nervous system.

Nothing drastic. Nothing overwhelming. Just small, intentional actions that add up.

What’s one thing you’re going to try this month? 🌸✨

When I was in junior school ( many years ago 😳) my Maths teacher asked us to calculate how many Saturdays we might have ...
28/02/2026

When I was in junior school ( many years ago 😳) my Maths teacher asked us to calculate how many Saturdays we might have in our life time . It has always stayed with me.

The average person gets around 4,000 Saturdays . So imagine placing 4,000 marbles in a jar. Every Saturday, you remove one.

At first, the jar looks full.
Plenty of time.
Plenty of strength.
Plenty of “I’ll start next week.”

But then the jar slowly empties.

If you’re 50, you might have around 1,560 Saturdays left.
At 60, closer to 1,040.
At 70, maybe 520.

This isn’t about fear.
It’s about function.

Each marble represents:

• A walk taken — or not taken.
• Strength built — or slowly lost.
• Balance practiced — or ignored.
• A body invested in — or postponed.

As physios, Lisa and I see it every day.

The people who keep their marbles vibrant aren’t the ones chasing perfection.
They’re the ones who keep moving.
Who lift something heavy.
Who get up off the floor.
Who stretch.
Who show up for their bodies — even when it’s inconvenient.

Mobility isn’t guaranteed.
Strength isn’t permanent.
Independence isn’t automatic.

They’re built.
Maintained.
Protected.

One Saturday at a time.

So here’s the real question:

What are you doing with this Saturday?

Are you spending it investing in the body that has to carry you through the rest of those marbles?

Because healthy aging isn’t luck.
It’s preparation.

And today counts. Make it a good one !

I recently heard someone say:“The amount of good things in your life depends on your ability to notice them.”And it real...
25/02/2026

I recently heard someone say:

“The amount of good things in your life depends on your ability to notice them.”

And it really hit home — especially working in private physiotherapy.

In clinic, we often focus on what still hurts.
What still feels weak.
What still isn’t back to “normal.”

But sometimes the real progress is quieter than that.

It’s:
• Being able to sleep through the night without pain
• Walking a little further than last week
• Lifting your child without hesitation
• Feeling confident in your body again

Healing isn’t always dramatic. Sometimes it’s subtle. Sometimes it’s steady. But it’s happening.

One of the most powerful moments in clinic is when a patient pauses and says,
“Actually… I couldn’t have done this a month ago.”

Progress is there. We just have to notice it.

If you’re on a recovery journey right now — take a second to reflect on how far you’ve already come 💛

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The Garden Clinic At Blackthorn House Birdingbury
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Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 3:30pm - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 2:30pm
Thursday 8am - 6:30pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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+447792570293

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