673: 3 Things I Wish an Orthopedic Surgeon Told Me About My Injuries

Still dealing with a knee, shoulder, or back problem that never seems to fully go away—even after physical therapy?  In this episode, Ted explains why injuries after 40 aren't simply a consequence of age or "wear and tear." He breaks down the concepts of tissue tolerance and tissue capacity, why returning to previous training loads too quickly can trigger another flare-up, and how excess weight and poor metabolic health may make recovery more difficult.  For anyone who wants to understand why an injury keeps coming back and what may be missing from the recovery process, this episode offers a practical framework for approaching pain, training, and rebuilding capacity after 40. Listen to the episode. Listen now!  You'll learn:  Why MRI findings and degenerative changes don't always explain pain  How tissue tolerance and tissue capacity influence injury recovery  Why returning to <span class="NormalTextRun S