Focus on Rheumatoid Arthritis

The Rheumatology Network rheumatoid arthritis clinical focus page provides information on the latest rheumatoid arthritis news, study and clinical trial findings, and clinical guideline updates. We feature expert interviews with leading physicians and investigators, articles, videos, podcasts, and breaking FDA approvals for rheumatoid arthritis drugs.

Total Glucosides of Paeony Reduces Leukopenia, Hepatic Adverse Effect From Some RA Drugs

April 12, 2021

In this systematic review and meta-analysis, investigators aimed to evaluate the clinical safety of total glucosides of paeon (TGP) adjuvant therapy in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA).

Rheumatology Network's Top 5: April 2, 2021

April 02, 2021

Take 5 minutes to catch up on Rheumatology Network's highlights from the week ending April 2, 2021.

Tofacitinib Does Not Increase Risk of Venous Thromboembolism in Patients With RA

March 31, 2021

Recently, a link between venous thromboembolism (VTE) and Janus Kinase (JAK) inhibitors has emerged, causing the FDA to recommend a black box label for tofacitinib in 2019. New research, however, suggests that tofacitinib had similarly infrequent cases of VTE (

Recruitment Enhancement for Trials Aimed at Individuals At-Risk for Rheumatoid Arthritis

March 30, 2021

Investigators identified both facilitators and barriers for trial participation in patients at risk for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in order to enhance inclusion in trials designed to prevent RA.

CreakyJoints Saves and Renames John Whelton Arthur Virshup CreakyJoints South Florida Arthritis Clinic

March 26, 2021

This week, Rheumatology Network interviewed Michael C. Schweitz, MD, to discuss the recent press release published by CreakyJoints that announced their partnership with the John Whelton Arthur Virshup CreakyJoints South Florida Arthritis Clinic.

Patients With Rheumatic Disease May Be at Higher Risk of COVID-19 Related Pneumonia

March 25, 2021

Patients with inflammatory rheumatic diseases (IRD) may be more likely to acquire severe pneumonia due to COVID-19, especially in patients with autoimmune disease who are being treated with rituximab.

Jack March: Exercises for Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis

March 19, 2021

In this video, Jack March, a physiotherapist specializing in rheumatology, demonstrates exercises for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) relief. He discusses providing exercises for patients, how to prescribe them, reasons to get patients to exercise, and the many benefits that come from engaging in a workout routine.