Do you have RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS or PSORIATIC ARTHRITIS?
Consider joining the arthritis study!
This study seeks clues in the body that can help us choose the best and most effective treatment for arthritis!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the purpose of the study?
The purpose of the AMP AIM studies is to better understand the cellular makeup of Inflammatory Arthritis and how your cells are affected by these diseases.
What is involved in participating?
If you would like to participate, we will schedule you for a screening visit at one of our study centers to confirm that you are eligible. If you are eligible following screening, you will be enrolled into the study cohort that best aligns with your disease history. At your enrollment visit, you would have a physical exam, complete questionnaires about how you are feeling, and give a blood sample. There are also optional sample collections, including skin, synovial fluid, saliva, stool, and ultrasound imaging. After the enrollment visit, you may have a few in-person follow-up visits, depending on which study you enroll in.
What type of study is this?
This is a cross-sectional and longitudinal study. This means that we will enroll participants into different cohorts based on their disease history and experience, allowing researchers to understand all of the different aspects of inflammatory arthritis over time.
How do I participate?
If you are an adult with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, or psoriatic arthritis and you live in an area where you can visit one of the participating study centers, you can fill out the contact form at the bottom of this page. Someone from our study team will reach out to schedule your screening visit.
Will I need to pay anything?
You will not need to pay anything to participate in the study. The costs of study-specific testing are covered. If you have health insurance, clinical visits and bloodwork may be billed, so your usual co-pays may apply.
Where are the studies being conducted?
The ABOUT THE STUDIES tab includes information about participating centers.
How will I know if I'm eligible?
If you have been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, or psoriatic arthritis, you may be eligible to participate. At your screening visit, the study team will review your full medical history, disease activity, and other criteria to confirm your eligibility.
Will I receive compensation?
You will receive compensation for your participation.
You will receive a newsletter to keep you updated on study progress and insights!
Can I leave the study at any time?
Yes! Participation in the study is completely voluntary, and you can choose to discontinue participation at any time.
How long will the study last?
Your study participation could include only the one-time enrollment visit or optional follow-up visits for up to 4 years. The flexibility of the studies allows you to choose which samples to contribute and how many study visits to participate in.
Can I participate if I don't want to take any medication?
Yes, these studies do not require you to take a particular medication. If you and your doctor have plans to start a new kind of treatment, we may ask if you'd like to contribute some extra infomoration over time about how the medication is working for you.
Will transportation be provided to the study sites?
At this time, transportation will not be provided. Reimbursements for travel expenses or parking may be covered.
Want to join the AMP AIM study?
Sign up for more information here!
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Someone on our study team will contact you soon with more details!