Rheumatic disorder

This study follows 70 Korean adults with ankylosing spondylitis who have never taken biologic drugs. They will receive secukinumab as part of routine care. Researchers will measure changes in disease activity and inflammation over time to see how effective the treatment is in rea…

This study tests whether a medicine called Panzyga can prevent major infections in people with autoimmune or rheumatic conditions who have low antibody levels after receiving B-cell depletion therapy. About 360 adults will receive either Panzyga or a placebo, and researchers will…

This early-stage trial tests a new mRNA medicine called IN026 in 16 adults with refractory gout — gout that doesn't get better with standard treatments. The drug is given as an IV infusion and is designed to lower uric acid levels and shrink uric acid crystals (tophi). The main g…

This study tests whether temporarily stopping methotrexate for 2 weeks after receiving a pneumonia vaccine (PCV20) helps the vaccine work better in adults with autoimmune rheumatic diseases like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus. About 192 participants with stable, low disease activi…

This study looks at whether people with rheumatic diseases (like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus) can safely stop their immunosuppressant medications for a shorter time before elective shoulder replacement surgery. The goal is to see if this approach lowers the chance of disease fl…

This early-phase trial is testing a new treatment called KN5601, which uses a patient's own immune cells (NK cells) that have been engineered to target and destroy harmful B cells. The goal is to see if it is safe and can help children aged 5 and older with rheumatic diseases lik…

This study tests a gel called Oleogel-S10 on skin wounds in people with inherited epidermolysis bullosa (EB), a condition that causes fragile, blistering skin. The trial includes 6 Japanese children and adults with junctional or dystrophic EB. Participants apply the gel to wounds…

This study tests a new skin test (C-TST) to find hidden tuberculosis (TB) infection in people with rheumatic diseases like rheumatoid arthritis who are about to start powerful medications called biologics. These drugs can reactivate dormant TB, so accurate screening is critical. …

This study is testing a new blood-based test that aims to predict which medication will work best for each person with rheumatic diseases like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus. Researchers will take a blood sample and analyze immune cells to create a personalized treatment profile. …

This study tests whether taking acyclovir daily can prevent herpes simplex outbreaks in people with autoimmune rheumatic diseases like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. 62 participants will receive either acyclovir or a placebo for 12 months and be monitored for 24 months total. The…

This study is testing whether the shingles vaccine (RZV) works and is safe for adults with autoimmune rheumatic diseases like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus who are taking immune-suppressing drugs. Two hundred participants will receive two doses of the vaccine. Researchers will me…

This study is testing two holistic, non-drug programs to help military members manage chronic musculoskeletal pain. About 608 participants will be randomly assigned to either a single-session class called Empowered Relief, a multi-session program called Move to Health, or usual c…

This study is testing a program called TEACH that teaches coping skills to young people (ages 12-22) with childhood-onset lupus. The goal is to see if it helps reduce common symptoms like fatigue, pain, and depression. About 175 participants will take part, and the program is des…

This study compares yoga therapy to standard physiotherapy for people with moderate axial spondyloarthritis, a type of inflammatory arthritis affecting the spine and pelvis. Seventy-two participants will attend group sessions twice a week for ten weeks. The goal is to see if yoga…

This study follows adults with melorheostosis, a rare disease that causes bone thickening, pain, and joint problems. Researchers will track how the disease progresses over time, collect genetic samples from patients and their relatives, and look for biomarkers. The goal is to bet…

OPERA is a large observational database that collects health records from people treated for chronic conditions such as HIV, liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease, heart disease, rheumatic disease, and neurodegenerative disease. Researchers use the records to study how these …

This study aims to learn more about the causes of rheumatic diseases—conditions that cause joint pain, stiffness, and swelling—and why they often affect minority groups more severely. Researchers will observe up to 7,500 adults with known or suspected rheumatic disease, providing…

This observational study follows up to 20,000 children and young adults with pediatric-onset rheumatic diseases, such as juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Researchers collect data on treatments, safety, and long-term outcomes to better understand these conditions. The registry does …

This study follows 160 people with inflammatory joint disease who are starting treatment with or without glucocorticoids, or receiving a glucocorticoid injection. Researchers will measure bone turnover markers (P1NP and CTX1) in blood samples every 4 weeks and up to 6 months afte…

This study screens children and adolescents aged 5 to 18 who have chronic conditions like congenital heart disease, inflammatory bowel disease, celiac disease, or rheumatic diseases for lipid metabolism disorders. Participants provide a blood sample and complete a questionnaire a…

This study aims to better understand VEXAS syndrome and other autoinflammatory conditions by analyzing participants' DNA from blood, saliva, or skin samples. Researchers hope to discover new genetic variants that cause or contribute to these diseases. The study enrolls people of …

This study follows 300 adults with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) who are seen by a team of specialists at a hospital in Brest, France. Researchers will collect data on disease patterns, symptoms, and test results over time. The goal is to better understand lupus and improve …

This study is collecting joint fluid and tissue samples from 50 adults with inflammatory or non-inflammatory bone and joint diseases. Researchers will use both standard and advanced lab techniques to find new biomarkers that could help diagnose rheumatic diseases more accurately …

This study aims to learn how well heart scans (MRI, ultrasound, PET) can detect and predict outcomes in people with suspected or known inflammatory heart diseases. Researchers will follow 5,000 adults for one year to see how often heart involvement is confirmed and how it affects…

This study is testing whether a walking test called the Dynamic Gait Index (DGI) is a reliable way to measure walking difficulties in children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). Researchers will compare 26 children with JIA to 26 healthy children, all aged 8-16. The goal i…

This study tests whether watching videos about COVID-19 vaccination experiences and receiving phone support can increase vaccine uptake among Black and Latinx adults with rheumatic diseases. Researchers will enroll 1,170 participants from rheumatology clinics. The goal is to find…

This study looks at whether a doctor's computer tool (MedSafer) and patient brochures (EMPOWER) can help reduce the use of potentially harmful medications in adults aged 60 and older with rheumatic diseases who take five or more regular drugs. Researchers will follow 100 particip…

This study looks at young adults with chronic inflammatory rheumatic diseases who are moving from pediatric to adult healthcare. Researchers want to see if a structured program that includes education workshops and joint doctor visits helps patients manage their own care better. …

This study is building a large registry and biorepository of 5,000 adults with various rheumatic diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and scleroderma. Researchers at Yale University will collect medical data and biological samples over time to better understand these condit…

This study will follow 300 people with knee osteoarthritis or chronic inflammatory arthritis for up to 10 years. Researchers will collect blood, joint fluid, and platelet-rich plasma samples to look for biomarkers linked to pain, joint damage, and the need for knee replacement. T…

This study is developing a patient-reported outcome measure (PROM) to assess how steroids affect the quality of life of children and young people with rheumatic conditions. Researchers will hold focus groups and interviews with 70 participants and their families to create and tes…

This study is an online survey for 1,000 adults diagnosed with a rheumatic or musculoskeletal disease living in a EULAR country. Participants will answer periodic questionnaires about their healthcare, social life, and work. The goal is to gather real-world data to help researche…

This study looks at how parents' catastrophic thinking about their child's pain influences treatment in children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). Researchers will survey 50 children aged 7-18 and their parents to measure pain-related thoughts, feelings, and overall well-…

This study aims to find out how many medical students at the University of the West Indies, Mona, have neck or low back pain, and whether a standardized exercise program can help. About 1,000 students will take part, with some doing the exercises and others not. The researchers w…