Arthropathy
MONDO:0006816Any disorder of the joints.
Also known as: Joint disorder, arthropathy, disease of skeletal joint, disease or disorder of skeletal joint, disorder of skeletal joint, disorder, Joint, skeletal joint disease, skeletal joint disease or disorder
3208 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 139 tagged with Arthropathy itself.
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Browse by category →Sub-types of Arthropathy
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Arthritic joint disease 195 trials · 2,555 incl. sub-types
13 sub-types
- Osteoarthritis 685 trials · 1,644 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Rheumatoid arthritis 578 trials · 797 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis 107 trials · 115 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Infective arthritis 25 trials · 100 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Synovitis 15 trials Sub-types →
- Adult-onset Still disease 12 trials
- Polyarticular arthritis 11 trials Sub-types →
- Chondrocalcinosis 5 trials · 7 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Hemophilic arthropathy 7 trials
- Reactive arthritis 6 trials
- Negative rheumatoid factor polyarthritis 1 trial
- Periarthritis 1 trial Sub-types →
- Transient arthritis 0 trials
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Temporomandibular joint disorder 201 trials · 223 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- Temporomandibular joint dysfunction syndrome 85 trials
- Congenital temporomandibular joint ankylosis 2 trials
- Primary condylar hyperplasia 0 trials
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Spondyloarthropathy 122 trials · 199 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- Ankylosing spondylitis 110 trials · 114 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Kummell disease 1 trial
- Hypermobility of coccyx 0 trials
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Bursitis 111 trials · 119 incl. sub-types
5 sub-types
- Achilles bursitis 7 trials
- Periarthritis 1 trial Sub-types →
- Gonococcal bursitis 0 trials
- Olecranon bursitis 0 trials
- Subacute bursitis 0 trials
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Vertebral joint disorder 0 trials · 118 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- Ankylosing spondylitis 110 trials · 114 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Infectious discitis 4 trials Sub-types →
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Frozen shoulder 101 trials
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Shoulder impingement syndrome 81 trials
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Patellofemoral pain syndrome 79 trials
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Articular cartilage disorder 26 trials · 34 incl. sub-types
1 sub-type
- Chondromalacia 8 trials · 12 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Ankylosis 19 trials · 23 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- Tooth ankylosis 3 trials
- Congenital temporomandibular joint ankylosis 2 trials
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De Quervain disease 17 trials
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Synovium neoplasm 0 trials · 17 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- Tenosynovial giant cell tumor 12 trials · 16 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Benign synovial neoplasm 0 trials · 9 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Synovium cancer 1 trial · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Tenosynovitis 4 trials · 14 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- Bicipital tenosynovitis 10 trials
- Tenosynovitis of foot and ankle 0 trials
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Hypermobility syndrome 13 trials
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Hemarthrosis 7 trials
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Crystal arthropathy 3 trials
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Hydrarthrosis 2 trials · 3 incl. sub-types
1 sub-type
- Palindromic rheumatism 1 trial
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Neurogenic arthropathy 2 trials
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Synovial plica syndrome 1 trial
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Behcet syndrome arthropathy 0 trials
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Tietze syndrome 0 trials
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Transient arthropathy 0 trials
1 sub-type
- Transient arthritis 0 trials
Most studied deeper sub-types
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Could a single injection fix early hip arthritis?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental injection called TG-C for people with early hip osteoarthritis. The injection contains cells that release a growth factor to help repair damaged cartilage. 255 adults will receive either TG-C or a placebo, and researchers will track pain and hip f…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Kolon TissueGene, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a bone scan replace MRI for arthritis detection?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether triphasic bone scans combined with SPECT/CT can accurately diagnose osteoarthritis in the foot and ankle, using MRI as the gold standard. Researchers will compare the imaging results from 40 adults with chronic foot or ankle pain to see how well th…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which shoulder stretch works best for cricket players?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two physical therapy techniques for athletes with tightness in the back of the shoulder, a common issue in overhead sports like cricket. 34 athletes will receive either Kaltenborn joint mobilization or a specific stretch for 4 weeks. Researchers will measure p…
Sponsor: University of Faisalabad • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Nerve-Freezing technique could slash opioid use for joint replacement patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a pain-relief method called cryoneurolysis, which uses cold to temporarily freeze nerves, for people waiting months for hip or knee replacement surgery. The goal is to reduce pain and the need for opioid painkillers, which can be risky if used long-term. Research…
Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Could a simple pill boost knee replacement recovery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking tranexamic acid pills for a week after knee replacement surgery helps people recover better. 350 adults having their first knee replacement will receive either the drug or a placebo. Researchers will track pain, stiffness, and function for up to 2 …
Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Could a tiny dose of radiation soothe immunotherapy joint pain?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether low-dose radiation can safely ease arthritis pain and swelling that some cancer patients get from immunotherapy. About 20 adults with cancer who developed joint inflammation from their treatment will receive six small radiation doses over 2-3 weeks. The m…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New program aims to boost surgery success for hip and knee patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a pre-surgery support program for people waiting for hip or knee replacement. The program includes education, medical navigation, and exercise to improve risk factors like blood sugar and fitness. Researchers want to see if the program is feasible and helps patie…
Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:04 UTC
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New study will track how well custom joint implants work over 5 years
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 2,000 adults who receive a custom-made joint implant (knee, hip, foot/ankle, or shoulder) to see how they recover over 5 years. Participants fill out surveys from home about pain, function, and quality of life before surgery and at regular intervals afterwa…
Sponsor: Restor3D • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 22:00 UTC
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Ultrasound may spot silent joint damage in mild hemophilia
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study uses ultrasound to examine the joints of adults with mild hemophilia, a group that often goes understudied. Researchers will scan six joints (ankles, knees, elbows) to look for early signs of damage that may not cause symptoms yet. The goal is to see how common joint p…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a prefilled pen match a syringe for this biosimilar?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study compares two ways of giving the same experimental biosimilar drug, DRL_AB, which is designed to work like abatacept for autoimmune conditions. Healthy male volunteers receive a single dose either through an autoinjector or a prefilled syringe. Researchers measure how m…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hip weakness may reveal hidden spine problems in back pain patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a simple hip weakness test (the Trendelenburg sign) is linked to spine problems seen on MRI in people with low back pain. Researchers will check MRI scans and measure hip strength in 120 adults aged 18 to 65. The goal is to better understand how hip fu…
Sponsor: Bahçeşehir University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New study eyes Tirzepatide's hidden impact on joints and heart
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study in Mexico will follow 30 adults already taking tirzepatide for conditions like diabetes or obesity. Researchers will use MRI scans of the knees, CT scans of the heart, and body composition tests to see how the drug affects cartilage, heart fat, and overal…
Sponsor: JULIO GRANADOS MONTIEL • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New study aims to Fine-Tune shoulder surgery for better arm function
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at two different ways to perform reverse total shoulder replacement in 130 people aged 60-85 with severe shoulder arthritis and torn rotator cuffs. The goal is to see which technique leads to better muscle activity and arm movement. Participants will have their s…
Sponsor: Vienna Hospital Association • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC