RHEUMATIC DISEASES

This study looked at whether manual therapy (hands-on techniques) can reduce pain and improve jaw movement in people with rheumatoid arthritis who also have temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. 57 adults were split into three groups: one received myofascial mobilization, on…

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

This study tested two different 8-week exercise programs in 28 children and adolescents 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 o…

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 looked at over 2,400 people with rheumatic diseases who were taking methotrexate. Researchers compared those who had fewer lab tests to those who had standard monitoring to see if it was safe. The goal was to find out if less frequent blood work could still protect aga…

This study followed 225 people who had ACL knee surgery to see what factors lead to arthritis years later. Researchers checked knee structure, pain, and quality of life at 2 and 10 years after surgery. The goal is to understand why some patients develop arthritis and others do no…

This study looked at how worried people with rheumatic diseases were about COVID-19, depending on whether they took biologic or conventional medications. Researchers surveyed 200 adults by phone using a standard anxiety scale. The goal was to understand if one group felt more anx…

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…

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…