Pioneering Regenerative Medicine At The Wellington Orthopedic Institute
In the world of orthopedic medicine, innovative treatments are revolutionizing how injuries and degenerative conditions are addressed. Dr. Michael Mikolajczak of the Wellington Orthopedic Institute is at the forefront of this movement, integrating cutting-edge regenerative medicine techniques to help patients heal naturally, without the need for invasive surgeries.
Mikolajczak believes in the body’s innate ability to heal itself. The connection between structure and function is foundational to understanding how the body recovers and restores balance after injury, he explained.
“As we continue to improve our knowledge about injury recovery, and understand the pathology on how Mother Nature historically has healed damaged issues, we are going to be able to utilize our own blood products in order to heal things quicker,” he explained.
By utilizing the latest advancements in regenerative medicine — such as Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), Alpha-2-Macroglobulin (A2M) and exosomes — Mikolajczak offers patients a chance to accelerate healing, reduce pain and regain mobility, all while enhancing their body’s own natural healing mechanisms.
That is why Mikolajczak’s Wellington Orthopedic Institute is one of the only offices in the region offering SuperShot PRP, a more complete PRP injection featuring Extracellular Vesicles (EVs), which transport proteins and mircoRNAs essential for tissue rejuvenation, regeneration and healing.
“This is for patients who have injuries to their muscular-skeletal system — tendons, ligaments and joints,” he said. “It is used to heal and repair damaged tissues, which can be for adults from basically 18 to 95.”
Mikolajczak explained that the body has an extraordinary capacity to heal itself. Whether it’s recovering from an acute injury or managing a chronic condition, the body is equipped with powerful biological systems that repair damaged tissues, regenerate cells and restore function. He recognizes that the healing process begins within, and his regenerative treatments work synergistically with the body’s inherent ability to recover.
He said that this is a good option for performance athletes, and it has helped many equestrians, and also equines. While he does not work on animals, the concept works for them as well as humans.
“We use it based on the science of a patient or animal’s own blood, filtered and injected into the damaged tissues, both in the equine world, and for the high-performance athlete, to speed recovery and avoid surgery,” Mikolajczak said.
The Wellington Orthopedic Institute emphasizes the importance of this natural healing capacity, which is enhanced by regenerative medicine treatments. By optimizing this biological process, Mikolajczak and his team provide patients with the best possible chance for long-term recovery, helping them avoid the need for invasive surgeries and long recovery times.
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) uses concentrated platelets from your own blood to accelerate healing. It reduces inflammation, alleviates pain and promotes tissue repair. Effective for tendon injuries, osteoarthritis and ligament sprains, PRP can help you recover faster with minimal downtime, and may even avoid the need for surgery.
A2M (Alpha-2-Macroglobulin) is a natural protein that protects cartilage from breakdown, especially in osteoarthritis. It helps reduce inflammation, preserve joint function and slow the progression of joint degeneration, offering a non-surgical option for managing chronic pain and protecting long-term joint health.
Exosomes, meanwhile, are tiny particles that promote tissue regeneration and reduce inflammation. They enhance healing by delivering growth factors to injured tissues, improve cartilage repair and help accelerate recovery from soft tissue injuries, offering a minimally invasive alternative to surgery.
These regenerative therapies leverage the body’s natural healing abilities, providing faster recovery, pain relief and improved joint function without invasive procedures. They are personalized, effective solutions for treating injuries, arthritis and degeneration, helping patients avoid surgery and return to full activity faster.
Mikolajczak’s commitment to innovative treatments and his deep understanding of the body’s healing potential make him a leading figure in regenerative orthopedic care.
At the Wellington Orthopedic Institute, the team is dedicated to providing patients with the most advanced, non-invasive options available. By focusing on the body’s natural healing processes, they offer a personalized approach to treatment, ensuring that each patient receives the care they need to recover fully and effectively.
The biggest benefit of all of this is to decrease recovery time and make possible surgeries unnecessary. “I call it another tool in my toolbox to avoid surgery,” Mikolajczak said.
This whole concept is cutting-edge science that will lead healthcare into the future.
“This has the potential to return injured patients — even chronically injured patients — to good health, bigger, better, faster and stronger,” he said.
Whether you’re dealing with an acute injury or a chronic condition, Mikolajczak and his team at the Wellington Orthopedic Institute are there to guide you on your journey to recovery. By utilizing the latest in regenerative medicine, they can help you tap into your body’s innate ability to heal, allowing you to return to a life of full function, free from pain and with minimal downtime.
Mikolajczak invites potential patients to take the next step toward recovery and experience the power of regenerative medicine firsthand by contacting the Wellington Orthopedic Institute to schedule a consultation. Together, they will explore the best treatment options for your unique needs.
The Wellington Orthopedic Institute is located at 10115 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 102, on the campus of Wellington Regional Medical Center. For more information, call (561) 670-2010 or visit www.orthowellington.com.


