Optimum Rehabilitation Center

Optimum Rehabilitation Center Our purpose is to provide an effective individualized treatment program to our patients. We strongly

Chiropractic
Dr. James Drake is a lifelong Rockford area resident. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2003. He enjoys learning new techniques to help patients, including the Kinesio Taping technique as well as the Graston Technique of manual therapy. Outside of work, Dr. Drake enjoys bicycling, playing paintball, and spending time with his three children. Physical

Therapy
Bernadette Petalber DPT, PT, COMT has special interest in orthopedics both surgical and non-surgical conditions and women’s health. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from De La Salle University – Health Sciences Institute in 1996. She is an active member of Private Practice section of American Physical Therapy Association and Illinois Physical Therapy Association. In 2009, she received an advanced certification in orthopedic manual therapy for extremities and spine. Then, she finished doctorate program in physical therapy at University of Montana in 2014. Nolly Petalber, BSPT is a co-founder and Rehabilitation director of Optimum Rehabilitation Center. He has experience in sports medicine, orthopedics and evaluation of seating and mobility systems. In 1992, he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy at Virgen Milagrosa University. When he is not working, he continues to be a role model for his family and patients by maintaining an active lifestyle. He likes joining triathlons, playing paintball, road and trail running with his wife, and doing home improvements.

01/02/2026

Happy New Year! Please note that we will be closed on January 2nd, Friday.

Endurance on the course. Dedication in care.Medal Monday shoutout! 🏅🎉 Dr. Bernadette has crossed another finish line—he...
09/08/2025

Endurance on the course. Dedication in care.

Medal Monday shoutout! 🏅🎉
Dr. Bernadette has crossed another finish line—her third World Major and fifth marathon overall - this time in the beautiful city of Sydney🇦🇺!
A true example of dedication and commitment in both sport and physical therapy. Congratulations Dr.B!!!


Shoutout to Dr. Bernadette, Nolly and Dr. Drake for finishing Screw City Duathlon yesterday! Our team isn’t just stro...
07/21/2025

Shoutout to Dr. Bernadette, Nolly and Dr. Drake for finishing Screw City Duathlon yesterday!


Our team isn’t just strong at work - they showed their grit and heart at the race course. Congratulations to everyone who raced this weekend!

HUGE Congratulations to Team Optimum - Bo Hammarberg🏊‍♂️, Nolly Petalber 🚴🏽and Dr. Drake 🏃🏻‍♂️ for finishing Rockford’s ...
06/23/2025

HUGE Congratulations to Team Optimum - Bo Hammarberg🏊‍♂️, Nolly Petalber 🚴🏽and Dr. Drake 🏃🏻‍♂️ for finishing Rockford’s 1st Ironman

You did it! You conquered the swim, crushed the bike, and powered through the run — and crossed that finish line under brutal, blazing heat! 🌡️☀️

So proud of your unstoppable spirits…Rest up, hydrate, and wear that medal like the warrior you are! 💪🏅

Together… we will continue to grow and achieve new milestones! Optimum health for optimum living.
01/01/2025

Together… we will continue to grow and achieve new milestones!
Optimum health for optimum living.

11/28/2024
Sending our Thanksgiving wishes to everyone!
11/23/2023

Sending our Thanksgiving wishes to everyone!

10/02/2023

Hello OCTOBER!!!

This month join us in celebrating National Physical Therapy month, National Chiropractic month and Dr. Drake’s 20th year in practice.

Look out for a raffle coming out this month in celebration of these special events!!!

In observance of Memorial Day, we will be closed tomorrow. Clinic will re-open on Tuesday, May 30th, at 12 noon. Have a ...
05/29/2023

In observance of Memorial Day, we will be closed tomorrow. Clinic will re-open on Tuesday, May 30th, at 12 noon.

Have a wonderful time with your family and friends! Stay safe everyone!

03/31/2023

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1860 S Bell School Road
Cherry Valley, IL
61016

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 12pm - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 12pm - 7pm
Friday 8am - 2pm

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