Understanding pain patterns in inflammatory joint diseases

This research study aims to better understand chronic pain in people with inflammatory arthritis—including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and other related conditions. Researchers want to learn why pain affects people differently and how starting or switching to biological or targeted synthetic medications impacts pain levels and disease activity. You would participate in a long-term study that tracks your pain, symptoms, and how well the medication works for you.

Many people with inflammatory arthritis continue to experience significant pain even after starting treatment with newer medications. This study exists to identify different pain patterns and understand what factors—including how the nervous system processes pain and cognitive factors—influence who benefits most from these treatments, so doctors can eventually offer more personalized pain management.