Spondyloarthropathy

This early-phase study tested a new radioactive imaging drug called 11C-MC1 to see if it can help detect inflammation in people with rheumatoid arthritis or idiopathic inflammatory myopathy, as well as in healthy volunteers. Participants received PET/CT scans after an injection o…

This study compared two pain medications—Ultracet (tramadol/acetaminophen) and Voltaren (diclofenac)—in people with ankylosing spondylitis who were already taking disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs). The goal was to see which one worked better for pain relief over 8 w…

This study tested a program where people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) were paired with a trained peer supporter for up to 6 months. The goal was to see if sharing experiences and support could improve daily function, medication adherence, and symptoms like pain and fatigue. The…

This study looked at how immunosuppressive medications used for rheumatoid arthritis and spondyloarthritis affect the body's ability to fight COVID-19. Researchers measured viral load and immune responses in 150 patients and their infected family members. The goal was to understa…

This study collected bone, cartilage, skin, and fat tissue from 50 patients undergoing surgery at Children's National Medical Center. The goal was to grow cells from these tissues in the lab and analyze them to better understand bone and connective tissue diseases. The study was …

This study looked at whether a condition called intermetatarsal bursitis (inflammation between foot bones) causes pain in people with rheumatoid arthritis. Researchers used MRI and ultrasound to examine the feet of 3 participants and tested steroid injections. The study was termi…