Hand Imaging Study for Arthritis Using Nuclear Medicine
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Immune system & allergy, Skin clinical trials.
This research study tests a new imaging method using a radioactive tracer to help doctors see inflammation and damage in finger joints. If you have rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis in your hands diagnosed within the last 5 years, this study may help improve how doctors diagnose and monitor your condition.
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Who can take part
- Diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis in your fingers within the past 5 years
- Finger pain rated 4 or higher on a 10-point scale
- Able to attend study visits and follow all protocol instructions
- Good enough overall health (Karnofsky score above 70%, meaning able to carry out most normal activities)
- If female and able to get pregnant: must have a negative pregnancy test within 7 days before the imaging injection
- Have not had hand surgery or received steroid injections in your fingers within the past month
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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