EULAR Health Professionals Study Groups

EULAR study groups are established networks in their respective fields and play an active part in the research and treatment of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.

EULAR has endorsed the following groups within the sphere of health professionals:

How to apply to a EULAR Study Group:

 Please see more information here


EULAR non-pharmacological treatment of autoimmune connective tissue diseases Study Group

The study group is to improve and standardise care and thereby reduce variation in care of patients with CTDs within the EULAR member countries.
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Biennial report 2024


EULAR Physical Activity and Exercise therapy Study Group

There is convincing evidence that Physical Activity and Individualized exercise improves symptoms and functioning, cardiovascular health and even disease activity. Yet these non-pharmacological treatment strategies are poorly implemented. This Study Group is focusing on all aspects of making Physical Activity and Exercise happen.
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Biennial report 2024


EULAR Foot and Ankle Study Group

The purpose of this group is to encourage wider communication within the EULAR family for HPRs with an interest in foot and ankle care and to encourage greater participation during the annual EULAR Congress.
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Biennial report 2024


EULAR Patient Education Study Group (STOPE)

The overarching aims of STOPE are to (i) promote excellence in patient education research (ii) disseminate research evidence (iii) support implementation of EULAR recommendations that have a patient education approach and (iv) promote collaboration among professionals and patients interested in patient education across Europe.
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Biennial report 2024


Related Information
Application Form 

In accordance with the EULAR Statutes, it is possible to apply for a title of a EULAR Study Group 

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