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Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD

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(Christina Hardesty, MD)

(47 Ratings)

Specializes in: Pediatric Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery, Physician, Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery, Neuromuscular Medicine and Spine Surgery

Professional interests include: musculoskeletal problems, scoliosis, spina bifida, and more.

34055 Solon Road Suite 200
Solon, OH 44139

1-866-844-2273

Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD is a pediatric orthopedist in Solon, OH specializing in pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery, physician, orthopedics/orthopedic surgery, neuromuscular medicine and spine surgery. Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD is affiliated with University Hospitals and UH Rainbow Babies & Children's at UH Solon Health Center.

Office Locations

34055 Solon Road Suite 200
Solon, OH 44139

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1000 Auburn Drive Suite 200
Beachwood, OH 44122

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960 Clague Road Suite 3110
Westlake, OH 44145

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11100 Euclid Avenue Bolwell 5th Floor
Cleveland, OH 44106

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730 Som Center Road Suite 170
Mayfield, OH 44143

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2520 Columbus Avenue Suite H
Sandusky, OH 44870

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2500 Metro Health Drive
Cleveland, OH 44109

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730 Som Center Road #170
Cleveland, OH 44143

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Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD.

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	18

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD.

**Gender**
Male	13
Female	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	33

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	19
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	32

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	33

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD.

**Gender**
Male	16
Female	18

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	21
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	34

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	26

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD.

**Gender**
Male	13
Female	16

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	29

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	28

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD.

**Gender**
Male	13
Female	14

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	27

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	41

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD.

**Gender**
Male	19
Female	24

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	29
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	46

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD.

**Gender**
Male	20
Female	23

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	29
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	43

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD in 2022

Hypertension	26
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	26
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	36

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD.

**Gender**
Male	26
Female	22

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	32
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD in 2023

Hypertension	0
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	43

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD.

**Gender**
Male	27
Female	26

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	36
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD in 2024

Hypertension	28
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	23
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	32

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD.

**Gender**
Male	13
Female	14

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	15
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	17
65 to 74	0

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD From 2013 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD treated were depression, hypertension and asthma.

Hypertension	4
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	7
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	4
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Education & Training

She completed residency at Uams Medical Center. She is certified by the Orthopaedic Surgery - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and has a state license in Ohio.

Residency: Uams Medical Center (2010)

Board Certification: Orthopaedic Surgery - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

University Hospitals

UH Rainbow Babies & Children's at UH Solon Health Center

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.84 out of 5 stars based on 47 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Solon, OH.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Christina Hardesty, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$123,505 SYNCHROMED $57,536	Drug Infusion Systems - Neuro $31,495	LIORESAL $28,598	Spinal Cord Neurostimulation - Neuro $3,000	INTELLIS $1,616	Other $1,261
Medtronic, Inc.	$50,922 SYNCHROMEDII $35,971	INTELLIS ADAPTIVESTIM $7,698	SYNCHROMED $7,253
OrthoPediatrics Corp.	$38,145 Response Spine $6,964	Orthopediatric Implants $3,369	Orthopediatrics Implants $1,218	Pedi-Nail $118	Orthopedic Implants $96	Other $26,380
Philips Electronics North America Corporation	$2,700 Veradius $1,500	(9547) IGT Systems Undivided $1,200
Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA, Inc.	$1,196 Thoracolumbar - TL Therapies $1,126	Drug Infusion Systems - Neuro $55	Pain Therapies $16
Other	$1,097 Irrisept $158	PRECICE $106	Lioresal Intrathecal $96	MAGEC $74	Dysport 300 U-1 $61	Other $602

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$152,676
Consulting Fee	$27,413
Travel and Lodging	$21,895
Food and Beverage	$9,812
Royalty or License	$5,663
Other	$108

Biography

Christina K. Hardesty, MD, is a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon at University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital and UH Ahuja Medical Center. She also sees patients at UH Westlake Health Center. She is Assistant Professor of Orthopaedics and Adjunct Professor of Pediatrics at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine.