ECW legend and WWE Hall of Famer Rob Van Dam has provided a new update on his recovery from breaking both of his heels. While he is still not cleared for in-ring competition, RVD explained that he is making progress and shared a candid look at how he is managing the pain.
“My Feet Are Still Healing Up”
On his 1 of a Kind podcast, RVD confirmed that his recovery is the sole reason he has not been wrestling recently. He noted that he is still in the healing process and is not yet ready for a return to the ring.
“I’m not wrestling at the OWA shows or anywhere yet, because my feet are still healing up. And that’s, that’s the only reason not even went past that… I just started to walk. But, you know, sure, but anyway, whatever dude talking about it, I’m good. I’m good. I am walking good now and stuff. So that’s cool.”
Walking “Like Normal” with Medication
RVD then gave a very open explanation of how he is dealing with the pain. He stated that when he drinks alcohol, it helps his mobility significantly, allowing him to walk without the limp he has when he is not “medicated.”
“And a big reason for me that people think it’s funny, but I’m serious. For me, when I drink, I walk so much better. I walk like normal, like I feel like I don’t even have a lamp or anything… when I’m not medicated at all. Then I walk kind of slow. I feel the pain, kind of like a penguin with little, tiny steps. And the difference between that and like, when I can be feeling good and I’m just that, I just feel like I’m just like, walking like normal… But man, you know, medication has its purpose.”
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