Clinical trials
Rheumatoid arthritis clinical trials
An autoimmune condition that causes painful swelling in the joints. We’re tracking 269 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07363590RecruitingPhase 1
Study of MK-1045 for lupus or rheumatoid arthritis
This study tests a new drug, MK-1045, for people with lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. It aims to see if the drug is safe and how it affects your condition.
Southport, QueenslandAges 18–75 - NCT06235645Recruiting
Detecting lung disease in rheumatoid arthritis with ultrasound
This study tests if a lung ultrasound can detect early signs of lung disease in people with rheumatoid arthritis. It may help you if you have certain risk factors, like being male, older, or a smoker.
ToursAges 18 years+ - NCT06916806RecruitingPhase 1
Study of AZD5492 for lupus, myositis, or rheumatoid arthritis
This trial tests an investigational drug called AZD5492 for people with active lupus, inflammatory myositis, or rheumatoid arthritis who haven't responded well to other treatments. It aims to see if the drug is safe and how it works in the body.
Anniston, AlabamaAges 18–70 - NCT07163221Recruiting
At-home ultrasound therapy for rheumatoid arthritis
This trial tests if a device that uses ultrasound waves, used at home, can help treat rheumatoid arthritis (RA). It is for people with moderate to severe RA who still have symptoms despite taking standard medications.
Glendale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT03755245Enrolling by invitation
Imaging study using a tracer to measure inflammation in joints and lungs
This trial tests how a radioactive imaging medicine (a tracer called 68Ga-DOTA-Siglec-9) spreads in the body and how well it shows inflammation. It includes both healthy volunteers and people with active rheumatoid arthritis, vasculitis, or pulmonary sarcoidosis to see if the scan matches disease activity.
TurkuAges 18–70 - NCT03297775Recruiting
Studying rheumatoid arthritis treatment risks for lung scarring
This trial is for people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who are at risk for developing interstitial lung disease, which is scarring in the lungs. It aims to better understand why this happens and how to help prevent or manage it.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 45–90 - NCT06977035Recruiting
Nerve study for arthritis patients on baricitinib
This trial checks how the medication baricitinib affects nerves in people with rheumatoid arthritis. It uses a nerve test to see if the drug causes nerve problems.
SohagAges 18–65 - NCT02714634RecruitingPhase 4
Methotrexate or leflunomide plus added therapy for rheumatoid arthritis
This study compares two combination treatments for rheumatoid arthritis in people whose current methotrexate or leflunomide isn’t working well enough. It aims to see whether adding a targeted therapy works better than the standard add-on of sulfasalazine plus hydroxychloroquine.
StrasbourgAges 18 years+ - NCT04731831Recruiting
Testing how well TNF medicines work in inflammatory arthritis
This study looks at how your immune system responds to starting infliximab or adalimumab for rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, or ankylosing spondylitis. Results may help doctors understand why some people don’t respond as well and how to improve treatment.
AalborgAges 18 years+ - NCT06546345Recruiting
Study of KeriFlex® implant for hand joint replacement
This trial tracks how well the KeriFlex® implant works over time in people who need a finger joint replacement due to arthritis or injury. It aims to see if the implant helps reduce pain and improve hand function.
BesançonAges 18 years+ - NCT06917742RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CPTX2309 for rheumatoid arthritis and lupus
This trial tests an investigational drug called CPTX2309, given intravenously, for people with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis or systemic lupus erythematosus. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective.
Herston, QueenslandAges 18–65 - NCT06991114RecruitingPhase 2
AlloNK and rituximab for relapsing rheumatologic diseases
This trial tests a new natural killer (NK) cell therapy called AlloNK given with rituximab for people with certain autoimmune diseases (rheumatoid arthritis, Sjögren's disease, inflammatory myopathies, or systemic sclerosis) that have not responded well to standard treatments. The goal is to see if this combination can better control the disease.
Tuscaloosa, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07034196Recruiting
Comparing RA care: primary care vs. rheumatologist
This study compares RA care from your primary care doctor (with extra training) to care from a rheumatologist. It's for people with stable RA living in northern New York who want to see if primary care can work as well as a specialist.
Potsdam, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT03429426Enrolling by invitation
Tracking joint bone damage in rheumatoid arthritis with scans
This study uses high-resolution scans and regular X-rays to see how bone erosions (bone wear) progress in people with rheumatoid arthritis over time. It may help researchers better understand disease changes and how to measure them.
AarhusAges 18 years+ - NCT06527547Recruiting
Ear acupuncture for sleep problems in rheumatoid arthritis
This trial tests if a gentle, non-invasive ear acupuncture device can improve sleep in people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). If you have RA, poor sleep, and your disease is under control, this study might be a good fit.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–72 - NCT07320846Recruiting
Exercise and gene activity in rheumatoid arthritis
This trial tests whether exercise training can affect gene activity (lncRNA) in rheumatoid arthritis patients with lung involvement. It may show how exercise helps manage the disease.
Istanbul, TurkeyAges 18–75 - NCT05927688Recruiting
Using patient reports to adjust treatment for autoimmune diseases
This study looks at whether doctors consider patient “electronic reports” (completed online/phone) when deciding how often to change treatment. It may help improve how well treatment plans match how patients feel over time.
StrasbourgAges 18 years+ - NCT07409103RecruitingPhase 2
Testing ELV001 for active rheumatoid arthritis
This study tests a new medication, ELV001, for people with active rheumatoid arthritis who haven't improved enough with methotrexate and a TNF inhibitor. The goal is to see if different doses of ELV001 are safe and can help reduce joint pain and swelling.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges 18–75 - NCT07137598RecruitingPhase 2
A study of RO7790121 for moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis
This study tests a new drug, RO7790121, for people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who have not gotten better with or could not tolerate common treatments like TNF inhibitors or JAK inhibitors. It aims to see if the drug is safe and can help reduce joint pain and swelling.
Peoria, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07554820RecruitingPhase 4
Heart Protection in Rheumatoid Arthritis With New Medications
This study compares two treatment approaches for people with active rheumatoid arthritis who also have heart disease risk factors. It tests whether a newer drug called tofacitinib, combined with cholesterol medication, can better protect the heart than traditional TNF-inhibitor treatments.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 50–85 - NCT03816345RecruitingPhase 1
Nivolumab for advanced cancer with autoimmune conditions
This Phase 1 study tests nivolumab, an immunotherapy “anti-cancer accelerator,” in people with advanced cancer who also have an autoimmune disorder. It aims to see if nivolumab can be given safely and whether it may help shrink or control cancer.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT05657847Recruiting
Imaging tests for joint disease in arthritis
This study tests new kinds of imaging (radiology pictures) to help understand arthritis in joints. It may help improve how these arthritis types are identified and followed over time.
BudapestAges 18–100 - NCT05883371Recruiting
IMPACT autoimmune study registry for people on biologic medicines
This study is a registry that collects health information from adults with certain autoimmune conditions who are currently using (or have been recommended) biologic or DMARD medicines. It may help researchers better understand these diseases and how treatments affect people over time.
Columbus, OhioAges 18–70 - NCT06631638Recruiting
New hip replacement study using smart navigation
This study tests a hip replacement system that uses a special navigation tool to help the surgeon place the new hip cup more precisely. It may lead to better long-term results and fewer complications.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 21 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for rheumatoid arthritis?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 269 recruiting rheumatoid 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 rheumatoid 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 rheumatoid 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.
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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.