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This study tests whether regularly measuring drug levels in the blood (therapeutic drug monitoring) can help adults with rheumatoid arthritis maintain disease control and avoid flares. 350 participants on a standard arthritis medication will be followed for 18 months. Half will h…

This study compares three approaches for thumb base joint arthritis pain: steroid injections, saline (placebo) injections, and an occupational therapy program. About 354 adults aged 40-85 with confirmed thumb arthritis and inflammation will participate. The goal is to see which o…

This study tests whether people who have knee replacement surgery can recover just as well with remote monitoring and video calls instead of routine in-person check-ups. About 140 adults aged 50 and older will be randomly assigned to either standard follow-up visits or a remote g…

This study is testing whether an app called Genus can help people with knee osteoarthritis learn more about their condition and feel more confident in making treatment decisions. About 204 adults over 50 who are waiting to see a knee specialist will either use the app for 8 weeks…

This study is testing whether a smartphone app called 'MinUrinsyregikt' can help people with gout manage their condition. Fifty adults with gout will use the app for three months to track their uric acid levels and symptoms. The goal is to see if the app is easy to use and if a l…

This study aims to better understand why people with inflammatory arthritis (like rheumatoid or psoriatic arthritis) experience chronic pain. Researchers will follow 350 patients starting new medications to identify different pain types and risk factors. The goal is to pave the w…