Early arthritis: identifying the cause quickly
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial aims to quickly identify the type of arthritis in people with recent joint swelling (less than 12 weeks). It may help doctors start the right treatment sooner.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have swelling in one or more joints that started less than 12 weeks ago.
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You can understand and sign a consent form for the study.
- The swelling is not caused by a recent injury or accident.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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