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
- NCT07087912RecruitingPhase 4
Dengue vaccine safety in people with autoimmune rheumatic diseases
This study tests the safety and immune response of a dengue vaccine in people aged 12–59 with stable autoimmune rheumatic diseases (like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus) who are on low-dose or no immune-suppressing medications. It also includes healthy volunteers for comparison.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 12–59 - NCT04924270RecruitingPhase 2
Capsule stool transfer for newly diagnosed inflammatory bowel or joint disease
This Phase 2 study tests whether taking capsule stool (FMT) is safe and can help people who are newly diagnosed and haven’t started the usual medicines yet. Participants will also start the standard first-line treatment for their condition, and the study will compare safety and outcomes.
OdenseAges 18–75 - NCT01965132Recruiting
Biologic and targeted therapy registry for arthritis patients
This registry is collecting information about people with rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, or psoriatic arthritis who are starting or needing biologic or targeted medicines. It may help researchers better understand how these treatments work in real life.
SeoulAges 18 years+ - NCT04876781Recruiting
Track safety of Xeljanz XR in Korea
This study collects real-world safety information about Xeljanz XR after it has been approved. It includes people with certain immune-related joint diseases and checks for side effects in everyday use.
SeoulAges 18 years+ - NCT07162311Enrolling by invitation
Home brain stimulation for rheumatoid arthritis pain
This trial tests if a gentle, home-based brain stimulation device (tDCS) can reduce chronic pain in people with rheumatoid arthritis who have low inflammation. It may offer a drug-free way to manage pain.
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do SulAges 18–70 - NCT07150000Recruiting
Rheumatic disease research study for patients and healthy volunteers
This study is for people with certain rheumatic conditions (like arthritis, lupus, or vasculitis) and for healthy volunteers. It aims to learn more about these diseases and improve how they are treated.
Bonn, North Rhine-WestphaliaAges 18 years+ - NCT03048201Recruiting
Total Knee Replacement Registry Study for a Specific Knee Implant
This study tracks outcomes for people getting a total knee replacement using a specific knee implant system. It may help doctors understand which patients do best and how the implant performs over time.
Rancho Mirage, CaliforniaAges 22 years+ - NCT06108934Recruiting
Study of the Insignia Hip Stem for First Hip Replacement
This study tests a new cementless hip stem (Insignia) for people having their first total hip replacement. It aims to see how long the implant lasts and how well your hip works after surgery.
Subiaco, Western AustraliaAges 18 years+ - NCT07174102Recruiting
Looking at lung scans in rheumatoid arthritis and related diseases
This trial studies lung scans (HRCT) from patients with rheumatoid arthritis, interstitial lung disease, or connective tissue disease to better understand lung involvement. If you have one of these conditions and have had a lung CT, you may be able to help.
PragueAges 18 years+ - NCT07180537Recruiting
Health course for joint and mood conditions
This study tests an online health course that helps improve diet and self-care to support cell health and wellbeing. It is for people with certain rheumatological conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or psoriatic arthritis, who also have mood concerns.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–100 - NCT06888973Enrolling by invitationPhase 1/Phase 2
Stem cell infusion for autoimmune diseases
This clinical trial is testing if infusions of special stem cells (called mesenchymal stem cells) can help people with certain autoimmune diseases where standard treatments have not worked well enough. It is an early-phase study in Pakistan for adults (and some children for one condition) with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, systemic sclerosis, ankylosing spondylitis, or dermatomyositis/polymyositis.
RawalpindiAges 18–50 - NCT05500066Enrolling by invitation
Shoulder implant study for people needing shoulder replacement
This trial studies a specific shoulder replacement implant system. It may help people with damaged shoulder joints by testing how well the implant works and how it affects recovery and function.
Denver, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT05603728Recruiting
Follow-up study for Exactech shoulder implants after surgery
This study follows people who get (or already had) a shoulder replacement to see how the implant is doing over time. It may help improve future care by tracking long-term performance and safety.
Laguna Woods, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT04402086Recruiting
Rheumatology patient and skin sample registry study at Yale
This study builds a health record and blood/skin sample collection for people with rheumatic autoimmune diseases who are getting care at Yale. It may help researchers understand these conditions and develop better tests or treatments over time.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–99 - NCT02469662Recruiting
Study of outcomes after Nexel total elbow replacement
This study looks at how well the Nexel total elbow replacement works over time for people who need an elbow replacement due to pain, damage, or instability. It may help the doctors understand which patients benefit most and what results to expect.
Golden, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06977724RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new drug for lupus, sjogren's, and rheumatoid arthritis
This study tests an experimental medicine given by IV infusion to see if it is safe and helps reduce symptoms of lupus, sjogren's disease, or rheumatoid arthritis. It is an early-phase trial, so the main goals are checking side effects and how the drug behaves in the body, but it will also look at how well it works.
Avon Park, FloridaAges 18–75 - NCT06687551RecruitingPhase 4
Testing lower doses of JAK inhibitors for rheumatoid arthritis
This study tests whether people with rheumatoid arthritis whose disease is well controlled can safely take a lower dose of their JAK inhibitor medication. It aims to see if reducing the dose still keeps inflammation down and prevents flare-ups.
Toulouse, OccitanieAges 18–65 - NCT06733935RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of NKX019 for immune diseases
This trial tests an investigational cell therapy called NKX019 for people with certain autoimmune diseases like scleroderma, myositis, vasculitis, or rheumatoid arthritis. It aims to see if NKX019 can help control the disease when standard treatments have not worked well enough.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT06189495RecruitingPhase 2
Study of Genakumab for lung scarring from connective tissue disease
This study tests a new injected medication (Genakumab) for people with connective tissue disease-related lung scarring. It aims to see if it helps stabilize or improve lung function safely.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT03404778Enrolling by invitation
Collecting data on reverse shoulder implants for weak rotator cuff
This study collects real-world information about a reverse shoulder implant used when the rotator cuff is badly damaged. It may help improve how these implants are chosen and how well they work for pain relief and improving arm function.
Towson, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07516769RecruitingPhase 3
Nicorandil to reduce inflammation in active rheumatoid arthritis
This study tests whether nicorandil, a heart medication with anti-inflammatory properties, can help reduce joint inflammation and swelling in people with active rheumatoid arthritis who are already taking conventional disease-modifying drugs. The goal is to see if it provides additional relief from symptoms.
Tanta, Gharbia GovernorateAges 18–70 - NCT06712628Recruiting
Comparing how long people stay on upadacitinib vs TNF inhibitors for RA
This study compares how well people with rheumatoid arthritis stay on two types of medicines: upadacitinib (Rinvoq) and TNF inhibitors. It looks at real-world experiences in Germany to see if one medicine is more likely to be continued over time.
Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-WurttembergAges 18 years+ - NCT07201558RecruitingPhase 1
Surovatamig safety study for rheumatoid arthritis or lupus
This trial tests surovatamig, a new experimental treatment, to see if it's safe and how the body processes it in adults with moderate-to-severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). It may be an option if you've tried other biologic or targeted therapies without success.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–65 - NCT07295847RecruitingPhase 1
Study of AZD0120 for autoimmune diseases
This trial tests if a new medication, AZD0120, is safe for people with autoimmune diseases. It aims to help patients by targeting the immune system.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18–75
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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.