Clinical trials · Washington, D.C., DC
Juvenile Dermatomyositis clinical trials in Washington, D.C.
We’re tracking 5 recruiting juvenile dermatomyositis studies with a site in or near Washington, D.C. — including Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 2/Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Washington, D.C.
- NCT07089121RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Descartes-08 for young people with autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new therapy called Descartes-08 for children, teens, and young adults with autoimmune conditions like lupus, myasthenia gravis, or dermatomyositis. It aims to see if it can help control moderate disease that hasn't responded well enough to other treatments.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 12 years+ - NCT00017914Recruiting
Understanding muscle inflammation: adult and juvenile myositis study
This research study helps doctors better understand myositis—a group of rare diseases that cause muscle inflammation and weakness. Researchers collect blood samples, medical history, and sometimes muscle biopsies to learn more about what causes these conditions and how to treat them better.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–100 - NCT07111065RecruitingPhase 2
Fatty Acid Supplement for Dermatomyositis
This study tests whether taking a fatty acid supplement (omega-3) for 6 months can help reduce disease activity in people with dermatomyositis. Participants will also receive dietary coaching and have regular check-ups at the NIH to monitor their progress.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–60 - NCT06154252RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of CABA-201 for active myositis in adults and children
This trial tests a new treatment called CABA-201, which uses your own immune cells modified to attack the overactive cells causing myositis. It is for people with active disease that hasn't improved enough with standard therapies.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 6–75 - NCT01276470Recruiting
Study of environmental triggers in anti-synthetase syndrome
This study looks for environmental risk factors that may be linked to anti-synthetase syndrome, a type of inflammatory muscle disease. It compares people with the condition to carefully matched people without it, using questionnaires, blood samples, and lung imaging when needed.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–100
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Where these studies are running near Washington, D.C.
Institutions with a site for the recruiting juvenile dermatomyositis studies listed above.
- National Institutes of Health Clinical Center · 4 studies
- Children's National Medical Center
- Johns Hopkins University
- Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic States
What taking part in a juvenile dermatomyositis study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Common questions
- Are there juvenile dermatomyositis clinical trials near Washington, D.C.?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 5 recruiting juvenile dermatomyositis studies with a site near Washington, D.C., each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a juvenile dermatomyositis study near Washington, D.C.?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Washington, D.C. to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Washington, D.C., but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a juvenile dermatomyositis trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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