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What is the definition of Synovitis?
Synovitis is the inflammation of a synovial membrane, the layer of connective tissue that lines joints such as the shoulder, hip, knee, or ankle. Arthritis is one of the main causes of synovitis. Athletes and individuals with physically rigorous jobs are also particularly at risk of overusing joints and developing synovitis. 
What are the symptoms of Synovitis?
The main symptom of synovitis is joint pain, which can range in severity from person to person. Some individuals experience significant paint even if there is no swelling or inflammation of the joint. Individuals with synovitis may also experience bleeding at the affected joint(s).
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What are the current treatments for Synovitis?
The simplest treatment for synovitis involves rest to avoid further joint damage. Individuals with synovitis may also be prescribed disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) or receive oral steroids to reduce inflammation. Physical therapy may aid with strengthening a joint and surrounding muscles, and in more serious cases, a physician may recommend a synovectomy, a procedure to remove the inflamed joint lining. 
Who are the top Synovitis Local Doctors?
Mikkel L. Ostergaard
Elite in Synovitis
Mikkel L. Ostergaard
Elite in Synovitis
Mikkel L. Ostergaard
Copenhagen, DK 

Mikkel Ostergaard practices in Copenhagen, Denmark. Mr. Ostergaard is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Tenosynovitis, Arthritis, Synovitis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

Paul W. Emery
Elite in Synovitis
Paul W. Emery
Elite in Synovitis
Paul W. Emery
Chapel Town Road, LS7 4S, 
Leeds, ENG, GB 

Paul Emery practices in Leeds, United Kingdom. Mr. Emery is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, Synovitis, and Palindromic Rheumatism.

 
 
 
 
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Desiree M. Van Der Heijde
Elite in Synovitis
Desiree M. Van Der Heijde
Elite in Synovitis
Desiree M. Van Der Heijde

Lumc

Leiden, ZH, NL 

Desiree Van Der Heijde practices in Leiden, Netherlands. Ms. Van Der Heijde is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. Her top areas of expertise are Ankylosing Spondylitis, Arthritis, Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

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What are the latest Synovitis Clinical Trials?
Phase I Trial of TURALIO (Pexidartinib, PLX3397) in Children and Young Adults With Refractory Leukemias and Refractory Solid Tumors Including Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) Associated Plexiform Neurofibromas (PN) and Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumor (TGCT)
Phase I Trial of TURALIO (Pexidartinib, PLX3397) in Children and Young Adults With Refractory Leukemias and Refractory Solid Tumors Including Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) Associated Plexiform Neurofibromas (PN) and Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumor (TGCT)
Who is this study for: Child to adult patients with Recurrent or Refractory Solid Tumors or Acute Leukemia
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: December 02, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: PLX3397
Study Phase: Phase 1

Background: \- Some people with cancer have solid tumors. Others have refractory leukemia. This may not go away after treatment. Researchers want to see if a drug called TURALIO(R) can shrink tumors or stop them from growing.

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Effect of Light Therapy on Pain and Synovitis in Patients With Knee Synovitis: Study Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial
Effect of Light Therapy on Pain and Synovitis in Patients With Knee Synovitis: Study Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: November 26, 2025
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Background: Knee pain is a common complaint among middle-aged and older adults, often leading to reduced mobility and diminished quality of life. Synovitis is a major underlying cause, present in up to 80% of individuals with moderate knee pain. While light therapy has shown anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects in preclinical studies, our prior animal experiments revealed that light therapy at 810 nm signi...

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