touchREVIEWS in RMD – Volume 5, Issue 1 – 2026
Welcome to the first 2026 issue of touchREVIEWS in RMD! As the field of rheumatic and musculoskeletal disorders continues to evolve, this issue highlights key advancements shaping clinical practice. From early identification of juvenile idiopathic arthritis and screening for interstitial lung disease to exploring therapeutic virtual reality, this edition brings together expert insights into some of the most pressing topics in RMDs.
We hope these articles offer some interesting and insightful perspectives and practical guidance for your clinical practice.
Happy reading!
Foreword
The landscape of rheumatic and musculoskeletal disease research continues to evolve at pace, driven by scientific innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration and an increasing appreciation of the heterogeneity and complexity of the conditions we treat. As we welcome readers to touchREVIEWS in RMD Volume 5, Issue 1, we are reminded that progress in our field depends not […]
Letter
Dear readers, It is a great pleasure to take on the role of Editor-in-Chief of touchREVIEWS in RMD, and I am grateful for the opportunity to introduce myself and to share my vision for the journal. I am a Professor of Rheumatology at Université Paris Cité and a consultant rheumatologist at Hôpital Cochin (AP-HP) in […]
Commentary
Why do we need to identify arthritis? In children, joint pain occurs frequently; it is usually associated with activities or accidental falls and is generally short–lived. A small proportion of children have more persistent joint pain, and in this group, it is important to distinguish between benign causes such as growing pains or more concerning entities such as childhood arthritis. Childhood […]
Review
Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is recognized as one of the most frequent and potentially life-threatening pulmonary complications of systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases (SARDs), a group of rare chronic inflammatory conditions characterized by autoimmune system dysregulation and chronic systemic inflammation. ILDs are a heterogeneous group of lung disorders that are underpinned by varying degrees of inflammation and […]
This narrative article aims to inspire confidence and courage to initiate the incremental process of developing myositis or other RD clinics.
Virtual reality (VR) is an emergent technology with the potential for genuine impact as a novel, immersive digital therapeutic in healthcare. Within rheumatological conditions, pervasive symptoms including chronic pain and kinesiophobia (fear of movement) are difficult to manage using conventional non-pharmacological methods, highlighting the need for innovative, home-based approaches. This article summarizes the current research […]
Original Research
The importance of multi-disciplinary clinics for the assessment of patients with interstitial lung disease (ILD) is well established, and these are usually led by chest physicians.1 The role of rheumatologists in such a setting has evolved more recently.2 The main factor responsible for this is the recognition that several immunosuppressive and biologic agents initially used to treat […]
Trending Topic
Digital health encompasses technologies such as mobile apps, telemedicine, wearables, software and artificial intelligence (AI) that enhance remote, efficient healthcare delivery.1,2 In rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs), these tools address the need for continuous monitoring, early intervention and patient engagement.3,4 The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic dramatically accelerated their adoption and acceptance across care settings.5,6 […]
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