Get evaluated for Rheumatoid arthritis or other causes for pain as rheumatic arthritis in you age is not the diagnosis we are looking for.
Next Steps
You can try:
1. Hot water compression thrice daily for 3 week.
2. Spine extension, upper back, shoulder and neck exercises to be done.
3. Local gel can be applied.
4. Medications like Enzomac and Neurokind LC will help.
5. maintain proper posture.
Health Tips
ASO is positive for previous infection in childhood. It is of no use in adults.