TMA is committed to helping members learn all they can about their myositis disease and how best to navigate the challenges of living with a chronic disease from the most reputable, evidence-based sources. The TMA Library is a place where visitors can browse and learn from a variety of different digital media.
MyoCon Resources
MyoCon: TMA’s Global Myositis Patient Conference offers those who live with myositis and their care partners a chance to meet others with the same disease and similar challenges. It is a unique opportunity to learn about these diseases and the latest research developments from the world’s leading experts in myositis. We’ve recorded a great many of these conference presentations an offer these along with slides and handouts from past conferences.
View Conference PresentationsWebinars
Each year, TMA hosts more than 35 educational webinars led by a variety of experts, covering topics of concerns for the myositis community. You are invited to register for and join these live webinars, where you can watch the presentations in real time and ask your questions directly of the speakers. Videos of previous webinars are also available for viewing. These will be uploaded to YouTube by the first of the following month. Take a look at what we offer and be sure to join us on these free interactive sessions.
Ask the Expert Series provides an opportunity for you to meet a member of TMA’s expert Medical Advisory Board or another distinguished member of the myositis medical community. This is a session where you can get answers to almost any question about myositis diseases.
Myositis Research Insights webinars are your chance to hear directly from the scientists who are hard at work trying to unravel the science behind myositis and searching for new therapies. Researchers discuss their latest projects and answer your questions about their work.
Empowerment Clinics are designed to enhance your quality of life, whether you are the person living with myositis or a care partner. They offer useful tools and insights into common issues presented by experts on the topic and a TMA member who lives with the challenge. Videos of past series, TMA Q&A with myositis community experts responding to questions on a particular topic, are now available.
Meet & Greet Leadership Serieslet you meet some of the important people behind the scenes at TMA. These are fun, low key interactive conversations that connect you more closely with the organization and our mission.
Watch WebinarsPodcasts
TMA provides a collection of informative podcasts by myositis experts, covering topics related to the forms of myositis, treatments, complications, research, and more.
Infographics
TMA offers a collection of informational flyers and brochures that summarize important evidence-based information about myositis diseases, treatment options, self-care, and more. Help spread myositis awareness by downloading these infographics and sharing them on social media as well as with family, physicians, and colleagues.
Published Research
TMA provides a curated collection of scholarly publications, including research results and clinically relevant medical reports, related to myositis diseases and complications. In most cases, these are complete versions of medical journal articles provided free of charge for TMA members.
TMA Publications
TMA offers a number of print publications to help increase awareness and understanding about myositis diseases. Downloadable PDF versions of these booklets, brochures, and articles are available here.
Download PublicationsPatient Stories
TMA members often find they learn the most from hearing the stories of others who are also navigating the challenges of myositis. TMA is grateful to its members who choose to speak openly about living with these rare and chronic diseases.
My Myositis Tracker
Download Myositis TrackerTMA’s Patient Symptom and Disease Management Tool called- “My Myositis Tracker.” This tool will empower you to track your symptoms and changes in your condition in between appointments in preparation for discussion with your doctor. This tool is meant to help empower patients increase opportunities for thoughtful and meaningful dialogue with their providers about symptoms, changes in condition, or other relevant changes. It is not meant to be used as a diagnostic tool.