Jon Lampa
Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska University Hospital Verksamhetschef på Gastro, Hud, Reuma, Karolinska Universitetssjukhuset; Adj Professor i Reumatologi, Karolinska Institu
- Adjunct Professor, Department of Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Solna
- Clinical Chief Manager/Head of Gastroenterology, Dermatology, and Rheumatology, Karolinska University Hospital
Research Focus: Pain in Rheumatic Illnesses:Despite advances in medication and treatment methods for rheumatic diseases, a significant proportion of patients continue to experience persistent pain, greatly impacting their quality of life. Jon Lampa and his team are dedicated to unraveling the complexities of pain in rheumatic illnesses, particularly focusing on Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
Key Research Areas:
- Understanding Persistent Pain: Lampa's research delves into the underlying causes and mechanisms of persistent pain in rheumatic diseases, seeking prognostic and preventative measures to address this residual pain even after treatment of the inflammatory disease.
- Innovative Approaches: Introducing novel methods such as utilizing Swedish registry data (SRQ) in clinical settings, Lampa's team aims to assess ongoing pain and fatigue, identifying individuals with high levels of non-inflammatory pain and minimal response to traditional treatments.
- Biomarker Discovery: Leveraging proteomic mapping techniques, the research team has identified biomarkers associated with pain development, shedding light on central nervous system pain processing in the context of inflammatory diseases.
- Broader Impact: Lampa's research extends beyond rheumatoid arthritis to encompass a broader understanding of chronic pain conditions, including fibromyalgia. Analysis of blood, cerebrospinal fluid, and functional MRI data contributes to a comprehensive approach to pain research.
- Nordic-European Initiative: Leading a collaborative effort on pain and fatigue in early rheumatoid arthritis, Lampa's group has identified biomarkers indicative of an elevated risk of chronic pain development in RA patients.
Jon Lampa's research endeavors aim to enhance the understanding and management of pain in rheumatic illnesses, ultimately improving the well-being and quality of life for patients suffering from these conditions.
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