No kidding. It's been a challenging couple of years for me. Just because something hurts, but not too badly, doesn't mean it's not a serious issue. And if you feel "a little off" for an extended period of time, don't just chalk it up as "getting old". That's what I tried to do.
Do what Larry said. Listen to your body.
I'm a hobbyist. Not a professional. Don't be hatin'!