RHEUMATIC DISEASES

This study tested a new medicine called LEVI-04 to see if it can reduce pain in people with knee osteoarthritis. About 518 adults with knee pain took either the drug or a placebo. The main goal was to measure pain changes using standard pain scales. The trial is complete, and res…

This study tested two types of manual therapy (muscle massage and joint mobilization) for jaw problems in 57 adults with rheumatoid arthritis. Both treatments reduced pain, improved jaw movement, and lessened headaches and anxiety compared to no treatment. The results suggest the…

This study tested two different exercise programs in 28 children and teens with rheumatic diseases like juvenile arthritis and familial Mediterranean fever. One program used instructions that focused on the body's movements (internal focus), while the other focused on the effect …

This study tested whether the EXOPULSE Mollii suit, which delivers mild electrical pulses, can reduce pain, fatigue, and improve quality of life in people with fibromyalgia. Twenty-eight adults wore either the active suit or a sham (inactive) suit for two weeks. The goal was to s…

This study looked at over 2,400 people with rheumatic diseases who took methotrexate. Researchers compared those who had less frequent lab monitoring to those who had standard monitoring. The goal was to see if reduced monitoring was just as safe in terms of preventing organ dama…

This study followed 225 people who had ACL knee surgery to see what factors lead to arthritis later. Researchers checked knee structure and function 2 and 10 years after surgery. The goal is to find ways to prevent arthritis after ACL injuries.

This study looked at whether a special exercise program called BETY helps people with rheumatic diseases feel better physically and emotionally. Researchers reviewed records of 300 patients to see if those who did BETY had less pain, better mood, and improved quality of life comp…

This study looked at how often nursing home residents over 65 have joint complaints like pain or swelling. Researchers examined 100 residents, some with dementia and some without, to count tender or swollen joints. The goal was to better understand these issues in a group that is…

This study looked at anxiety about COVID-19 in 200 adults with rheumatic diseases who were taking either biologic or conventional disease-modifying drugs. Researchers called participants and asked them to complete a questionnaire about their coronavirus-related anxiety. The goal …

This study looked at whether video or phone visits with a rheumatologist work as well as in-person visits for people with rheumatic diseases like arthritis. Over 650 adults took part, and researchers measured how satisfied patients were with each type of visit and which they pref…