Arthritis Clinical Trials in Los Angeles
View 78 new treatments for Arthritis in Los Angeles, CA, and other areas near me, such as Burbank, Downey, El Monte, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Glendale, Huntington Beach, Inglewood, Long Beach, Norwalk, Pasadena, Pasadena, Pomona, Santa Clarita, Torrance, Ventura and West Covina. Every day, Power helps hundreds of arthritis patients connect with leading medical research.Adipose Allograft for Hand Arthritis
Research Clinic, Los Angeles + 1 more
The purpose the research is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of injection of adipose allograft matrix (AAM) to the small joints of the hand for treatment of early stage osteoarthritis. The hypothesis is that use of AAM injected directly into the joint will show improvements in pain and disability while providing a safe, off-the-shelf alternative which can obviate the need for, and risks associated with, current treatment options with autologous fat transfer. As standard of care, routine strength, pain scale scores (VAS) and range of motion will be recorded, a baseline disability survey (DASH score) will also be administered. After these have all been recorded and administered in a separate visit the patient will undergo the lipofilling procedure. The subject population will include patients over the age of 18 who present with joint pain of the hand with radiographic evidence of osteoarthritis.Show More
No Placebo Trial
Tart Cherry + Fish Oil for Joint Pain
Research Clinic, Torrance + 2 more
Both Tart Cherry and Omega 3 FAs have better side effect profiles compared to other commonly used medications for AIMSS, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories, steroids, and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors. Additionally, in our clinics we often find that patients tend to be more receptive to taking a supplement as opposed to an additional medication. Further, both Tart Cherry concentrate and fish oil have beneficial properties for helping with joint stiffness in general, in addition to other health issues like insomnia. There is preliminary evidence in mouse models that when given together, these supplements may have an even greater anti-inflammatory effect than when taken separately14. Although to our knowledge, no human studies have tested this hypothesis. This study has been designed to test the hypothesis that Tart Cherry and fish oil when given in combination over a 12-week period could produce beneficial changes in joint function when compared to Tart Cherry or fish oil in isolation in an obese breast cancer population experiencing AIMSS. Secondary outcomes to be assessed include pain, functional performance, quality of life and cognition.Show More
No Placebo Trial
Biologic Therapy for Osteoarthritis Prevention After ACL Injury
Research Clinic, Los Angeles + 1 more
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are extremely common. On average, 50% of individuals suffering an ACL injury will develop radiographic osteoarthritis (OA) 10 to 20 years after injury. Unfortunately, ACL reconstruction does not prevent risk of future OA. Interleukin-1 (IL-1) levels in the human knee joint increase transiently after an ACL injury. In animal experiments, if interleukin-1 levels are increased in the joint, this alone causes arthritis to occur. Interleukin-1 receptor antagonist (IL-1Ra) is a naturally occurring inhibitor of IL-1. However, in ACL injuries the balance of these two proteins is disturbed transiently after injury, with the effects of IL-1 dominating this balance. In a large animal model of ACL injury, injection of IL-1Ra into the knee joint after ACL injury significantly decreased the amount of arthritis that was later observed. Thus, the investigators hypothesize that early injection of IL-1 inhibitor (IL-1Ra) into the knee joint of patients suffering recent ACL injury will decrease the incidence of cartilage damage later in life. After appropriate IRB approval, a total of 32 active patients will be randomized into one of two treatment groups. Group 1 will receive removal of the knee joint fluid (aspiration of hemarthrosis) using a needle and syringe within 1 to 2 weeks of injury. Following aspiration of the knee joint, an injection of 5 milliliters (mls) of sterile saline (as a placebo control) will be administered. In addition, a second knee aspiration procedure and an injection of 5mls of sterile saline into the injured knee joint will be performed at 3 to 5 days after the initial injection. Group 2 will receive aspiration of the knee hemarthrosis as described in group 1 as well as intra-articular administration of 150mg (\~5mls) of anakinra (rhIL-1Ra) within 1 to 2 weeks of ACL injury. In addition, a second knee aspiration and intra-articular administration of 150mg (\~5mls) of anakinra (rhIL-1Ra) will be performed at 3 to 5 days after the initial injection. Thus, all patients in this randomized placebo-controlled trial will undergo two injection procedures prior to surgery. Investigators will analyze subjects self-reported function and pain scores as well as urinary levels of cartilage breakdown products over time. Additionally, MRI studies will be used to compare MRI findings among patients in these 2 treatment groups. Urine samples will be obtain prior to surgery, at the time of surgery and at multiple time points after surgery (3, 6, 9, 12 and 24 months after surgery). Subjective outcome measure assessments (surveys) will be completed by participants prior to surgery and then again at 6, 9, 12 and 24 months post-operatively. MRI studies will be obtained at 1 year and 2 years following surgery. Additional, MRI studies at time points are optional and highly encouraged. These additional MRIs are at no cost to the patient.Show More
Wharton's Jelly Injections for Knee Osteoarthritis
R3 Clinic, Beverly Hills + 1 more
This is a Pilot Study which is randomized, prospective, open label, dose escalation, non-controlled evaluating safety and feasibility of intra-articular Wharton's Jelly (WJ) allograft will be evaluated in patients suffering with knee osteoarthritis. The participants will be randomized to one of three dosing treatment arms that will consist of one intra-articular knee injection containing either low dose, medium dose or high dose WJ allograft tissue.Show More
No Placebo Trial
Zolpidem for Spinal Fusion Recovery
Research Clinic, Los Angeles + 1 more
The purpose of this study is to evaluate if peri-operative zolpidem for posterior lumbar spinal fusion improves patient reported outcomes following surgery.
Baricitinib vs TNF Inhibitors for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Eli Lilly Clinic, Whittier + 17 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
COVID-19 VaccinE Response in Rheumatology Patients
Research Clinic, Beverly Hills + 1 more
This trial tests an extra dose of the COVID-19 vaccine in patients with autoimmune diseases. It aims to see if pausing their medications temporarily can make the vaccine more effective. The goal is to improve their immune response to COVID-19.Show More
No Placebo Trial
Acthar for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Research Clinic, Los Angeles + 1 more
This is a Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) study. The purpose of this research study is to determine in RA flare, whether musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSUS) inflammatory scores and/or disease activity scores improve with Acthar treatment.Show More
No Placebo Trial
Guselkumab for Psoriatic Arthritis
Janssen Clinic, Irvine + 6 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
Baricitinib for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Eli Lilly Clinic, Tustin + 16 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
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 Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles is research being conducted for arthritis?
Prominent hospitals in Los Angeles conducting arthritis clinical trials include Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and Children's Hospital Los Angeles. Approximately 8 trials are ongoing as of 2024.
What promising new drugs are being tested?
In Los Angeles, arthritis research is focusing on treatments like Corticosteroids, TNF Blockers, and JAK Inhibitors. Notable drugs being studied include Acthar, Adalimumab, and Baricitinib.