The Scandinavian Journal of Rheumatology is an international scientific journal covering clinical and experimental aspects of rheumatic diseases. The journal provides essential reading for rheumatologists as well as general practitioners, orthopaedic surgeons, radiologists, pharmacologists, pathologists and other health professionals with an interest in patients with rheumatic diseases. Rheumatism or rheumatic disorder refers to an acute or chronic illness which is characterized by inflammation and reduced function of connecting or supporting structures such as the joints, tendons, ligaments, bones, and muscles. Rheumatology: Current Research (RCR) publishes a wide range of article in this discipline covering all modern trends in clinical and experimental research associated with physiology, rheumatology, inflammatory, immunologic, metabolic, and degenerative soft and hard connective tissue diseases, and also pediatric rheumatology and creates a platform for the authors to contribute towards the journal. The editorial office promises to peer review the submitted manuscripts ensure quality.