ARTHRITIS, RHEUMATOID

This study tested a new tablet called LW402 in 72 adults with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis who were already taking methotrexate. The goal was to see if adding LW402 for 12 weeks could better control disease activity and improve symptoms like joint pain and swelling. Th…

This study tested whether adding a new drug (nipocalimab) to an existing one (certolizumab) works better than certolizumab alone for people with active rheumatoid arthritis. About 103 adults who had not improved with prior advanced treatments took part. The goal was to see if the…

This pilot study tested an 8-week online mindfulness course in 38 adults with rheumatoid arthritis. The goal was to see if people liked the course and if it might help with symptoms. Half the group took the course, while the other half received standard care. Researchers will use…

This study tested a 6-week self-management program for women with rheumatoid arthritis. 44 women took part, with half getting the program and half getting usual care. The goal was to see if the program could boost self-confidence, improve quality of life, and help women better ma…

This study tested whether measuring drug levels and anti-drug antibodies in the blood of people with rheumatoid arthritis could help doctors make better treatment decisions. 52 adults starting adalimumab or certolizumab were randomly assigned to have their test results shared wit…

This study looked at the gut bacteria of 55 people—some newly diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and some without the disease. Researchers wanted to see if certain bacteria are more common in arthritis patients. The goal was to learn more about how gut health might relate to art…

This study involved over 1,300 adults with rheumatoid arthritis who had at least two risk factors for interstitial lung disease (ILD), such as being male, a smoker, or older at diagnosis. Researchers used CT scans to check for ILD and created a prediction model to help doctors de…