About Us

Our Team

Dr. Mikael Porath Petersen

Mikael’s journey into chiropractic began after a serious back injury led him to discover the transformative power of spinal care. He graduated from the Anglo-European College of Chiropractic in 1997 and immediately began working with professional athletes, including members of the Danish National Football Team. Never one to shy away from a challenge, Mikael is currently working with an Olympic swimmer dealing with nerve irritation affecting her muscle strength—a case he’s confident will end with her back on the podium.

His early work with elite athletes revealed that chiropractic is not only effective for relieving pain and restoring nerve function—it also unlocks the body’s full potential when the spine is free from interference. This insight has shaped Mikael’s lifelong commitment to helping both athletes and the general public achieve optimal performance and well-being.

In recent years, Mikael has focused on postural correction and the relationship between foot mechanics, gait, and spinal function. His deep passion for chiropractic remains unchanged, and when asked what he would do if he weren’t a chiropractor, he answers without hesitation: “I would still be a chiropractor.”

A strong advocate for education, Mikael regularly gives talks at companies, schools, sports clubs, and interest groups throughout London. He also hosts weekly posture and health seminars at his clinic, emphasizing that many of today’s common health issues could be prevented—or significantly improved—through simple lifestyle changes. “Education,” he says, “is the most important part of my job.”

Known for his warm bedside manner, Mikael credits his early experience working weekends in a Danish nursing home for shaping his compassionate approach to patient care. Today, he continues to deepen his expertise by traveling globally to attend seminars led by top chiropractic researchers and thought leaders.

Mikael lives by the principle that the best chiropractors understand not just what to do, but how and why they do it.

Dr. Mikael Porath Petersen

Dr. Jeff Lim

Jeff Lim is a chiropractor at our Blackfriars location. He began his academic journey at the International Medical University in Malaysia, completing his pre-chiropractic studies in 2018, and later earned his chiropractic degree from AECC University College in 2022.

A dedicated sports enthusiast, Jeff enjoys basketball, volleyball, badminton, and fitness. His passion for chiropractic was sparked by a basketball injury that led him to explore long-term solutions for pain and performance. Through this, he discovered how spinal misalignments and nervous system interference can affect proprioception and increase injury risk. Embracing regular chiropractic care, he experienced the benefits of holistic, proactive treatment.

Jeff is committed to preventative care, believing that consistent chiropractic treatment is essential for maintaining long-term health. His approach focuses on spinal alignment, improved nerve function, and supporting the body’s natural ability to heal and perform.

He also recognizes how modern lifestyles, especially prolonged sitting can impact posture and spinal health. Jeff educates his patients on these issues, offering practical guidance on posture correction, exercises, and ergonomic changes to help them function better.

Lovepreet Singh

Dr. Lovepreet Singh

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Meet the Optimal Spine Team

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Ana Carapeto
Manisha Aristide
Manisha Aristide
Maria Lourdes Escudero
Maria Lourdes Escudero
OJ Lodon
OJ Lodon

Tired of Living with Pain? We Can Help. We have successfully treated hundreds of patients, and can help you, too…

Tired of Living with Pain? We Can Help. We have successfully treated hundreds of patients, and can help you, too…

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