Clinical trials
Arthritis clinical trials
Below are recruiting arthritis clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 540 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06670651Enrolling by invitation
Study of a new total knee replacement system
This trial is testing a new knee replacement system called LinkSymphoKnee. It is for people needing a first-time total knee replacement to help reduce pain and improve function.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–79 - NCT03938701RecruitingPhase 2
Imaging gut and joint inflammation with adalimumab and a light tracer
This study uses a special “light tracer” medicine with adalimumab to see where inflammation is in the gut (IBD) or joints (RA). If you have active disease, it may help doctors better target treatment by showing inflammation more clearly during scans.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges 18 years+ - NCT06647069RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new drug for lupus and rheumatoid arthritis
This study tests an investigational drug called SAR448501/DR-0201 in people with active lupus or rheumatoid arthritis who have not responded well to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and helps control disease activity.
Melbourne, VictoriaAges 18–75 - NCT06647134Recruiting
Understanding how immunotherapy side effects affect daily life
This study is for people whose immunotherapy (a type of cancer treatment) caused joint pain, swelling, or muscle stiffness. Researchers want to talk to you about how these side effects have affected your life, so they can better understand and help others in the future.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06640764Recruiting
Study of Medacta SMS hip stem for hip replacement
This study tests a specific hip implant (the Medacta SMS stem) for people needing a total hip replacement. It aims to see how well the implant works for patients with hip pain or disability from arthritis, injury, or other hip conditions.
Saint-JeanAges 18–85 - NCT06618820Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Extended tranexamic acid after knee replacement
This trial tests whether taking tranexamic acid (a medicine that helps blood clot) for several days after knee replacement surgery reduces bleeding and improves recovery. It may help patients who have a standard knee replacement and are not on blood thinners.
Germantown, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT05278520Recruiting
Study of hip arthritis types during hip replacement surgery
This study looks at differences inside the hip joint and in body cells when people have hip arthritis or rheumatoid arthritis and receive a hip replacement. Researchers hope this can improve understanding and future treatments for these conditions.
Turku, Southwest FinlandAges 18–74 - NCT06586281Recruiting
Guselkumab for psoriasis arthritis and fatty liver
This study looks at whether the drug guselkumab can help people who have both psoriatic arthritis and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). If you are starting guselkumab for your psoriatic arthritis and have a fatty liver, you may be able to join.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT06599658RecruitingPhase 2
COVID-19 booster and flu vaccine timing for people with weak immune systems
This study tests the best timing for a COVID-19 booster and flu shot in people with weakened immune systems, such as organ transplant recipients, people living with HIV, or those with certain autoimmune conditions. It aims to help patients get better protection from both vaccines.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT06567470RecruitingPhase 2
Study of CIT-013 for rheumatoid arthritis
This trial tests a new medicine called CIT-013 for people with rheumatoid arthritis. It aims to see if CIT-013 can help reduce joint swelling and pain when added to your current treatment.
AntwerpAges 18 years+ - NCT06583395Enrolling by invitation
Meditation retreat study with fitness tracker
This trial studies people attending a 7-day meditation retreat to see how meditation affects well-being. You will wear a fitness tracker and answer surveys.
Palm Desert, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT06570798RecruitingPhase 2
Testing Two Drugs for Lupus and Rheumatoid Arthritis
This trial tests two study drugs, inebilizumab and blinatumomab, for people with lupus (SLE) or rheumatoid arthritis (RA) that hasn't gotten better with standard treatments. It focuses on those with active disease, especially lupus-related kidney problems.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18–75 - NCT06579222Recruiting
Managing other health conditions in rheumatoid arthritis
This study looks at how to better manage health conditions like heart disease or diabetes in people with rheumatoid arthritis. Participants will work with their rheumatology clinic to improve overall health.
Waterloo, OntarioAges 18–80 - NCT06522152Recruiting
Long-term outcomes after meniscal transplant
This study looks at how well patients' knees are doing 10 years or more after a meniscal transplant (a surgery to replace torn knee cartilage). It aims to understand the long-term benefits and any changes in knee function.
BolognaAges 18–65 - NCT06528431RecruitingPhase 4
Personalized tapering of adalimumab for rheumatoid arthritis
This study tests if checking the amount of adalimumab (a biologic drug) in your blood can help doctors safely lower your dose. If you have had rheumatoid arthritis under control for at least 6 months, this trial may help you take less medication while keeping symptoms away.
Caluire-et-CuireAges 18 years+ - NCT06485843RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new injection for moderate to severe knee osteoarthritis
This study tests the safety of an experimental injection called OA-SYS for people with moderate to severe knee osteoarthritis. It may help if you have not had recent injections or certain other health problems.
Las Vegas, NevadaAges 35–75 - NCT06488144RecruitingPhase 3
Knee arthritis rehab: helping veterans keep improving
This study tests a program that helps veterans with knee osteoarthritis keep up the gains they make in physical therapy. It uses a Fitbit and a smartphone app to support you and track your activity after your PT sessions end.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 40–90 - NCT06451588RecruitingPhase 2
Fecal transplant for inflammatory back pain
This study tests whether a fecal microbiota transplant (a procedure that transfers healthy bacteria into your gut) can reduce inflammation and improve symptoms in people with inflammatory back pain (axial spondyloarthritis). It may help if your current treatments are not working well enough.
TromsøAges 18–65 - NCT06426316Recruiting
Immune cells and migraines study
This study looks at how certain immune cells and inflammatory chemicals relate to migraines. If you have migraines or an autoimmune condition (like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, or Crohn's disease), you may be able to participate. The goal is to understand what causes migraines.
Clermont-Ferrand, AURAAges 18–50 - NCT06407427Recruiting
Mobile app for recovery after hip, knee, or spine surgery
This study tests whether a mobile app can help with physical therapy after common bone or joint surgeries. You may qualify if you recently had a hip fracture, hip or knee replacement, or spine surgery without paralysis. The app guides your exercises at home.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT05754190Recruiting
Smartphone study of mood and symptoms in people with pain
This study uses a smartphone app to track daily pain and mood changes over about 4 months. It’s meant to learn patterns that could help better understand how mood and pain affect each other.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT06376149Recruiting
Making Mindfulness Matter for Kids with JIA
This study tests a program called Making Mindfulness Matter (M3) for children with JIA. It is an online program that helps children and their caregivers learn mindfulness skills to manage pain and stress from arthritis.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 4–12 - NCT03839758Recruiting
Personalized implant study for shoulder arthritis
This study looks at a personalized implant/instrument setup for people having shoulder replacement due to wear-and-tear arthritis (and bone tissue death). It aims to see whether customizing the surgery approach improves outcomes over time, including up to 2 years.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18–99 - NCT05067998Recruiting
Natural medicine and vitamin IV study for overall health
This study looks at whether natural medicine, vitamin IV fluids, and supplements can help people maintain good health. There don’t appear to be specific eligibility limits listed, so many people may be able to join, but you’d still need screening by the study team.
Dover, DelawareAges 21–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for arthritis?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 540 recruiting arthritis studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a arthritis trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a arthritis trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.