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Rheumato Template

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About the Rheumato format

Rheumato is a peer-reviewed journal published by MDPI, covering Rheumatoid Arthritis Research and Therapies, Spondyloarthritis Studies and Treatments, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Research. Over its lifetime it has published 88 papers, which have received 187 citations.

PublisherMDPI
Reference styleNumbered (MDPI)
Numbered — [1], [2] in the text
1. Smith, A.; Jones, B.; Lee, C. A Representative Article Title. Rheumato 2023, 12, 45–58.

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Publishes research inRheumatoid Arthritis Research and Therapies Spondyloarthritis Studies and Treatments Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Research Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Research Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders Research
ISSN2674-0621
Citation impact (2-yr)1.69
h-index7
i10-index4
Open accessYes — indexed in DOAJ
Top institutions publishing hereIndiana University Health
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Papers published in Rheumato per year

5
2021
19
2022
15
2023
16
2024
18
2025

Citation impact of Rheumato by publication year

15
2021
42
2022
46
2023
38
2024
36
2025

Citations each year’s papers have accumulated so far — the most recent years are still building up.

Most-cited papers in Rheumato

Design, Manufacturing, and Trial of a 3D Printed Customized Finger Splint for Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis

Komal Chhikara, Shubham Gupta, Sakshi Saharawat et al. · 4 Jan 2023

Rheumatoid arthritis has become one of the most common inflammatory diseases and plays a major role in the disability of the population affected by it. The prevalence of finger deformities in the upper extremity caused by rheumatoid arthritis is increasing day by day, especially in low and middle-income countries such as India. For the management…

Emerging AI- and Biomarker-Driven Precision Medicine in Autoimmune Rheumatic Diseases: From Diagnostics to Therapeutic Decision-Making

Ola A. Al-Ewaidat, Moawiah M. Naffaa · 17 Nov 2025

Background/Objectives: Autoimmune rheumatic diseases (AIRDs) are complex, heterogeneous, and relapsing–remitting conditions in which early diagnosis, flare prediction, and individualized therapy remain major unmet needs. This review aims to synthesize recent progress in AI-driven, biomarker-based precision medicine, integrating advances in imaging, multi-omics, and digital health to enhance diagnosis, risk stratification, and therapeutic decision-making in AIRD. Methods:…

Chronic Plantar Fasciitis Treatment: A Randomized Trial Comparing Corticosteroid Injections Followed by Therapeutic Ultrasound with Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy

Nermeen Hassan A. Moneim, Mennatullah A. Hemed, Peter M. ten Klooster et al. · 30 Jun 2023

This study aims to compare the effect of corticosteroid injection (CSI) followed by therapeutic ultrasound (TUS) with that of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) in patients with chronic plantar fasciitis (PF) and to explore the impact of a sedentary lifestyle and obesity on treatment outcomes. Female patients with PF were randomly allocated to receive ESWT…

Integrating Primary Care and Specialized Therapies in Rheumatoid Arthritis: Optimizing Recognition, Management, and Referral Practices

Dimitrina Miteva, Konstantina Bakopoulou, Ivan Padjen et al. · 14 Mar 2025

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an immune-mediated chronic and long-term condition that can lead to severe joint damage and disability. It has been shown that doctor–patient interaction and communication can have a significant impact on faster patient diagnosis and treatment outcomes. Primary care (PC) is the first level of patient contact with doctors and the health…

Urate-Lowering Therapy Use among US Adults with Gout and the Relationship between Patients’ Gout Treatment Status and Associated Comorbidities

Marcos Ortiz-Uriarte, Jeanlouis Betancourt-Gaztambide, Alexandra Pérez et al. · 3 Feb 2023

Gout is one of the most common inflammatory conditions with a growing global prevalence. Individuals with gout are at higher risk of developing chronic conditions, such as diabetes, chronic kidney disease (CKD), and cardiovascular diseases. In this study, the association between urate-lowering therapy (ULT) use and the prevalence of these conditions was evaluated. This observational…

Rheumato template — frequently asked questions

How do I write a paper in the Rheumato format?
In DocuGuru you write your manuscript in a normal editor — no LaTeX setup required — and select the Rheumato template. When you export, DocuGuru compiles the paper into the official MDPI format and hands you a submission-ready PDF along with the editable LaTeX source.
What reference style does Rheumato use?
Rheumato uses Numbered (MDPI) references, shown as numbered [1], [2] markers in the text. DocuGuru formats every in-text citation and the reference list in this exact style automatically. A reference appears like this: 1. Smith, A.; Jones, B.; Lee, C. A Representative Article Title. Rheumato 2023, 12, 45–58.
Do I need to know LaTeX to submit to Rheumato?
No. DocuGuru generates the mdpi LaTeX class and compiles the PDF for you in the background, so you get a MDPI-ready Rheumato document without writing any LaTeX. If you do want it, the LaTeX source is included in the export.
Can I import an existing draft into the Rheumato template?
Yes. Paste or upload your current manuscript — Word, LaTeX, Markdown, or plain text — and DocuGuru reflows it into the Rheumato format with correct headings, figures, tables, and numbered citations.
What is Rheumato?
Rheumato - MDPI Journal. It is a multidisciplinary journal, published by MDPI.
Can I export a submission-ready Rheumato PDF?
Yes — DocuGuru produces a PDF built with the official Rheumato template (the mdpi class) that is ready to submit to MDPI, together with the matching LaTeX source files.
How much does the Rheumato template cost?
You can start writing in the Rheumato template for free. Exporting the final submission-ready Rheumato PDF and LaTeX source is part of DocuGuru's paid plans — see the app for current pricing.
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