Michael L. Salamon, M.D.
About Michael L. Salamon, M.D.
Located in Louisville, Kentucky and serving Southern Indiana, Ellis & Badenhausen Orthopaedics is a premier orthopedic practice that blends surgical expertise with cutting‑edge regenerative therapies. The practice’s core identity centers on delivering comprehensive orthopedic care—ranging from sports injury treatment to joint replacement surgery—while emphasizing minimally invasive, non‑surgical joint pain relief for the Louisville community and beyond. The team’s solution‑focused philosophy integrates Platelet‑Rich Plasma (PRP) and Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate (BMAC) regenerative medicine with a robust sports medicine program. By utilizing ultrasound‑guided PRP injections, stem‑cell‑derived BMAC therapy, and advanced arthroscopic techniques, the practice treats knee, hip, and shoulder conditions without resorting to extensive surgery. Physical therapy, bracing, and performance‑health services further support patients in restoring mobility and returning to activity. Founded on January 31 1969 by Dr. Rudy J. Ellis Sr., Dr. Walter E. Badenhausen, and Dr. Harry Goldberg, Ellis & Badenhausen has more than five decades of experience delivering board‑certified orthopedic surgery and personalized care. The practice’s multidisciplinary team—including orthopedic surgeons, physician assistants, certified athletic trainers, and physical therapists—ensures that every patient receives evidence‑based treatment and compassionate follow‑up. Ellis & Badenhausen Orthopaedics continues to lead the region in orthopedic innovation, offering services such as arthroscopic surgery, total and partial joint replacement, pediatric orthopaedics, and a full suite of performance‑health modalities. Their commitment to research, continuing education, and community‑focused care solidifies their reputation as a trusted authority in regenerative orthopedics and non‑surgical joint pain relief in Louisville, KY and Southern Indiana.