Ankylosing spondylitis

This study is testing the long-term safety and effectiveness of bimekizumab, a drug that reduces inflammation, in 508 adults with active axial spondyloarthritis (including ankylosing spondylitis). Participants who completed earlier trials will receive the drug for an extended per…

This study tests whether the drug ixekizumab is safe and effective for children with certain types of juvenile arthritis (enthesitis-related arthritis and juvenile psoriatic arthritis). About 101 children aged 2 to 17 years will receive either ixekizumab or the standard drug adal…

This trial compares two types of knee replacement implants in people aged 75 and older: a standard metal-backed component and a cheaper all-polyethylene (plastic) one. The goal is to see if the all-polyethylene implant performs as well in terms of pain relief, movement, and how l…

This study tests whether a short, standardized 4-minute heart-healthy talk is as effective as a full 60-minute personalized session with a dietitian for lowering LDL cholesterol and improving diet. Participants are adults aged 30–80 with rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis,…

This study tests whether taking a 7-day course of oral antibiotics after hip or knee replacement surgery can prevent joint infections in patients at higher risk due to conditions like obesity, diabetes, or autoimmune disease. About 4,600 participants will receive one of three ant…

This early-phase study tests a new type of CAR-T cell therapy in 9 people with autoimmune diseases that have not responded well to standard treatments. The therapy uses specially engineered immune cells to target and attack faulty immune cells. The main goal is to check safety an…

This early-stage trial tests clonal fetal mesenchymal stem cells (cfMSCs) in 100 people with severe immune-related disorders or tissue damage. The goal is to see if the cells are safe and can reduce symptoms. Participants have no other treatment options left.

This study looks at how well upadacitinib (RINVOQ) works for people with axial spondyloarthritis, a type of inflammatory arthritis that causes chronic back pain. About 338 adults in Germany will take the drug as prescribed by their doctor and be followed for 52 weeks. Researchers…

This study tests whether a special clot made from a patient's own bone marrow can help spine bones heal together faster and more reliably after spinal fusion surgery. The trial involves 96 adults with degenerative spine disease. Half will receive the standard bone graft, and the …

This study is observing about 881 people with rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, or psoriasis who are taking Remsima (a biologic drug) either as a shot under the skin or through an IV. The goal is to track any serious side effects over time. Resear…

This study tests an oral drug called jaktinib in 265 adults with active ankylosing spondylitis, a type of arthritis that mainly affects the spine. Participants take either jaktinib or a placebo twice daily for 16 weeks. The main goal is to see if jaktinib can reduce pain and impr…

This study tests whether a pharmacist-led program can help people reduce their risk of heart disease. Over 1,000 adults with conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, or obesity are taking part. Pharmacists use a step-by-step guide to assess risk and support lifestyle change…

This study follows 200 people who receive a cementless knee replacement (GMK Sphere) to see how long the implant lasts and how well it works. Participants have severe knee damage from arthritis or other conditions. The goal is to monitor safety and performance in real-world use, …

This Mayo Clinic study tests a new 3D MRI sequence called oZTEo, enhanced with deep learning, to detect bone erosions in the hands of people with inflammatory arthritis. The goal is to see if this advanced scan finds erosions better than standard MRI or X-rays. The study will enr…

This study tests the Shingrix vaccine in over 2,000 adults with autoimmune rheumatic diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, who are at higher risk for shingles. Researchers will compare vaccinated patients to unvaccinated ones to see if the vaccine is safe and triggers a s…

This pilot study tests a WeChat-based program that provides daily mental health check-ins and tailored coping strategies for people with ankylosing spondylitis who also have mild-to-moderate depression or anxiety. Thirty-six adults will be split into two groups: one receives the …

This study tests an online program designed to help people with inflammatory arthritis remain employed. The program includes eLearning modules, group video sessions, and consultations with an occupational therapist and vocational counselor. About 528 participants from three Canad…

This study aimed to test a modified acupotomy technique for people with ankylosing spondylitis, a type of arthritis that causes back pain and stiffness. The approach used ultrasound to guide the procedure, with the goal of reducing disease activity. However, the study was withdra…

This study looks at records from over 500,000 Medicare beneficiaries with rheumatoid arthritis or ankylosing spondylitis who had major orthopedic procedures like joint replacements or spine surgery between 1999 and 2015. Researchers want to understand how often complications happ…

This study investigates how people with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) experience sudden worsening of symptoms, known as flares. Over 12 months, 40 participants use a digital diary to track symptoms, diet, lifestyle, and self-management strategies, and provide blood samples duri…

This study aims to create a tool that predicts which patients with inflammatory rheumatic diseases (like rheumatoid arthritis, vasculitis, or polymyalgia rheumatica) will develop serious side effects from long-term steroid use. Researchers will collect routine medical data—such a…

This study looks at a protein called progranulin in the blood of people with ankylosing spondylitis (a type of arthritis that affects the spine) and compares it to healthy volunteers. Researchers want to see if progranulin levels are linked to disease activity and whether they ch…

This study investigates how common spinal nerve pain is in people with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and whether it affects their sleep. Researchers will use questionnaires to assess pain, sleep quality, quality of life, and fatigue in 292 AS patients. The goal is to better underst…

This study looks at nerve-related pain in people with ankylosing spondylitis, a type of arthritis that mainly affects the spine. Researchers will use a questionnaire to describe the pain and see how it relates to daily activities. About 130 adults with the condition will take par…

This registry enrolls up to 1,000 women aged 12–55 with rheumatic or autoimmune diseases who are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Researchers will collect data from medical records and patient surveys to study pregnancy outcomes, disease activity, and medication use. No experiment…

This study is tracking 120 people who received a HYPE SCS hip stem during total hip replacement. Researchers will monitor how long the implant lasts, how satisfied patients are, and any complications over 5 years. The goal is to confirm the device is safe and works as intended in…

This study is a large registry that will follow 5,000 people with psoriatic arthritis or spondyloarthritis across North America. Researchers will collect information on how different approved treatments work and their side effects over time. The goal is to better understand these…

This study looks at whether helping people with inflammatory arthritis address social needs—like food, housing, or transportation—can reduce missed doctor visits. About 100 adults with conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus who have missed appointments in the past year wil…

This study looks at immune cells from people with autoimmune diseases (like lupus), people with infections, and healthy volunteers. Researchers want to understand how these cells differ and what makes them attack the body in autoimmune conditions. The study involves blood and bon…