Hello there,,,,to come to a proper diagnosis of cervical spondylysis,,,,xrays along with physical examination is necessary....but since you mentioned you have knee pain and arthritis,,,it is important to know your blood levels for
calcium and vit
B12.
If it is plain cervical spondylysis...it can be managed conservatively through medicine,supplimentation and Electro physio modalities like cervical traction and TENS...
Next Steps
get your blood levels checked for
sr
calcium,
sr
uric acid
Vit D
B12
RA factor
CRP
xray of cervical spine- AP & Lat posn
Health Tips
avoid long travels , use a slim pillow and avoid straining the neck in one direction.do static neck exercises.
resort back with furthur queries
Regards & take care.