Arthritis Clinical Trials in Houston
View 55 new treatments for Arthritis in Houston, TX, and other areas near me, such as League City, Pearland and Sugar Land. Every day, Power helps hundreds of arthritis patients connect with leading medical research.Baricitinib vs TNF Inhibitors for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Eli Lilly Clinic, Houston + 11 more
This post-marketing study is designed to compare the safety of baricitinib versus tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitors with respect to venous thromboembolic events (VTEs) when given to participants with rheumatoid arthritis.Show More
No Placebo Trial
Guselkumab for Psoriatic Arthritis
Janssen Clinic, Tomball + 2 more
This trial is testing guselkumab, a medication that reduces inflammation, in patients with psoriatic arthritis affecting the spine. It works by blocking a protein called IL-23 to help reduce symptoms and inflammation. Guselkumab is the first IL-23 specific inhibitor approved for the treatment of moderate-to-severe psoriasis.Show More
COVID-19 Vaccines for Rheumatic Diseases
Research Clinic, Woodland + 1 more
Based on the experience with influenza, pneumococcal, and shingles vaccinations in rheumatic disease populations, it is clear that some disease modifying anti-rheumatic drugs and the immunomodulatory therapies used to treat immune-mediated inflammatory diseases have the capacity to blunt immune responses to COVID-19 vaccines. Several studies have suggested that patients with autoimmune conditions may be at increased risk of poor COVID-19 outcomes. There is an urgent need to better clarify the immunogenicity and safety of COVID-19 vaccines in people living with rheumatic disease who use immunomodulatory therapies. Boosters at annual or other frequency are available, and there is a need to understand whether these vaccines can be given concurrently with other routine vaccines.Show More
No Placebo Trial
Vancomycin Delivery Methods for Ankle Surgery
Research Clinic, Houston + 1 more
The purpose of this study is to compare two different antibiotic regimens and techniques during total ankle arthroplasty (TAA). Primary Objective: Comparable levels of vancomycin will be found in bone, soft tissue, and systemic samples between patient groups. Secondary Objective: Compare 30 day and 90 day post-operative complication rates (infection) between the control (standard IV administration of vancomycin) vs the interventional group (intraosseous administration of vancomycin). The investigators hypothesize that there will be no difference in complication (infection) rates between groups.Show More
No Placebo Trial
Baricitinib for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Eli Lilly Clinic, Katy + 21 more
This trial compares the safety of two treatments for rheumatoid arthritis, focusing on the risk of blood clots. One treatment is baricitinib, an oral medication used for moderate to severe cases.Show More
No Placebo Trial
TG-C for Knee Osteoarthritis
Kolon TissueGene Clinic, Houston + 3 more
This trial tests TG-C, an injection into the knee, for people with moderate to severe knee osteoarthritis. It aims to see if TG-C can reduce pain and improve knee function by potentially altering the disease. The study will monitor patients for safety and effectiveness over time. TG-C has been previously studied for its potential to improve knee joint function and reduce pain in osteoarthritis patients.Show More
Tildrakizumab for Psoriatic Arthritis
Sun Clinic, Tomball + 6 more
This trial is testing tildrakizumab, a medication that reduces inflammation, in patients with active Psoriatic Arthritis who haven't tried certain other treatments. It works by blocking a protein to help manage symptoms. Tildrakizumab is approved for treating moderate to severe plaque psoriasis.Show More
Secukinumab for Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Novartis Clinic, Spring + 5 more
This trial tests secukinumab injections for adults with relapsed Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR). The treatment aims to reduce inflammation by calming the immune system. Researchers will compare the effectiveness and safety of secukinumab over a period of time. Secukinumab has been shown to improve signs and symptoms in various inflammatory conditions such as ankylosing spondylitis and psoriatic arthritis in multiple clinical trials.Show More
Upadacitinib for Axial Spondyloarthritis
AbbVie Clinic, Houston + 3 more
This protocol includes 2 standalone studies with randomization, data collection, analysis and reporting conducted independently. The main objectives of this protocol are: * To evaluate the efficacy of upadacitinib compared with placebo on reduction of signs and symptoms in adults with active axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) including biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drug inadequate responders (bDMARD-IR) ankylosing spondylitis (AS) (Study 1) and non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA) (Study 2). * To assess the safety and tolerability of upadacitinib in adults with active axSpA including bDMARD-IR AS (Study 1) and nr-axSpA (Study 2). * To evaluate the safety and tolerability of upadacitinib in extended treatment in adult participants with active axSpA including bDMARD-IR AS who have completed the Double-Blind Period (Study 1) and nr-axSpA who have completed the Double-Blind Period (Study 2). * To evaluate the maintenance of disease control after withdrawal of upadacitinib.Show More
Risankizumab for Psoriatic Arthritis
AbbVie Clinic, Tomball + 2 more
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of risankizumab in adults with moderately to severely active psoriatic arthritis (PsA).
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do arthritis clinical trials pay?
Each trial will compensate patients a different amount, but $50-100 for each visit is a fairly common range. Further, most trials will cover the costs of an Uber to-and-from the clinic. Factors that can affect compensation include the phase of the trial, the length of the trial, the frequency of visits, and the specific condition being studied.
Do I need to be insured to participate in a medical study?
Clinical trials are almost always free to participants, and so do not require insurance. The only exception here are trials focused on Cancer, because only a small part of the typical treatment plan is actually experimental. For these cancer trials, participants typically need insurance to cover all the non-experimental components.
How do arthritis clinical trials work?
After a researcher reviews your profile, they may choose to invite you in to a screening appointment, where they'll determine if you meet 100% of the eligibility requirements. If you do, you'll typical be sorted into one of the treatment groups, and will receive your study drug. For some trials, there is a chance you'll receive a placebo. Across arthritis trials in Houston, 42% of clinical trials have a placebo. Typically you'll be required to check-in with the clinic every month or two. The average trial length in this city for arthritis patients is 6 Months.
What does the "phase" of a clinical trial mean?
The phase of a trial reveals what stage the drug is in getting approval for a specific condition. Phase 3 trials are in the final step before approval. The drug already has data showing both safety and effectiveness. Phase 2 trials are those where the drug has some data showing safety in humans, but where effectiveness has typically only been shown in animals and non-human experiments. Phase 1 trials are the trials where we don't have safety data in humans. As a general rule, phase 3 trials are more promising than phase 2, and phase 2 trials are more promising than phase 1.
Where in Houston is research being conducted for arthritis?
Prominent hospitals in Houston conducting arthritis clinical trials include Houston Methodist Hospital and M D Anderson Cancer Center, both located in the central area. As of the latest data, there are approximately 24 trials ongoing across various sites in the city.
What promising new drugs are being tested?
In Houston, arthritis research is focusing on treatments like Janus Kinase (JAK) Inhibitors and Monoclonal Antibodies. Notable specific interventions being studied include Upadacitinib, Tildrakizumab, and Adipose-derived stem cell injections.