MyPacer Study

My Pacer – A Myositis Research Study

Help Us Understand Myositis. Share Your Story.

If you live with myositis, your experience is powerful. Join the My Pacer Study to help researchers learn more and improve care for people everywhere.

A Message from the Study Investigator

Hear directly from our lead investigator about how My Pacer works and why your participation is so important.

Participate From Home

No travel or clinic visits required.

Your Data is Private

We use the highest security standards.

Completely Free

There is no cost to join or participate.

A Global Effort

Led by the University of Pittsburgh.

What is the My Pacer Study?

My Pacer is a research study that collects information from people with myositis. By answering questions about your health, you help us see the full picture of how this condition affects daily life.

How You Can Help

Shape Future Treatments

Your answers help guide the development of better therapies and care.

Improve Patient Care

Help doctors understand what matters most to patients day-to-day.

Represent the Community

Ensure the experiences of people from all backgrounds are included in research.

What’s Involved?

Use a secure app on your phone.

Answer health questions every 6 months.

It only takes a few minutes.

Participate from the comfort of home.

Getting Started is Easy

Follow these three simple steps to join the study.

1

Check Eligibility

Fill out a short, secure form online to see if you can participate.

2

Download the App

We’ll guide you to download the secure MyCap app and connect to our study.

3

Answer Surveys

Complete your first health survey, and then a short follow-up every six months.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Your story can help change the future of myositis research. Join today and be a part of this important global community.

Join the My Pacer Study Now
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My Pacer Study

A patient-centered research study from the University of Pittsburgh.

Contact

University of Pittsburgh

mypacer@pitt.edu

Approved by the University of Pittsburgh Institutional Review Board (IRB)

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