Brie Bella is continuing her recovery from the scapula injury she suffered at WWE SummerSlam, but the former WWE Champion has made clear that a return to the ring is not imminent.
Speaking on The Nikki & Brie Show, Brie offered a candid assessment of where she stands after undergoing a new CT scan. While she said she feels stronger and generally positive about her progress, she remains limited in her day-to-day activity and has not been cleared to resume the kind of training she ultimately wants to do.
“Just got a CT scan. They sent it to WWE. I’m feeling strong. I’m feeling good,” Brie said.
That encouraging update comes with important limitations. Brie explained that there are still physical reminders of the injury, including spasms and sharp pain during seemingly routine movements. She specifically noted that even something as simple as closing a window can occasionally trigger discomfort, illustrating why she is taking a deliberately careful approach to her rehabilitation.
For more background on this topic, read Lola Vice Embraces Money in the Bank Challenge as She Settles Into WWE Raw.
“I’m still not cleared to do any of the exercises I would like to do, and I will admit there are times where I will go to shut a window and I get really bad spasms or sharp pains,” she said.
The injury has also affected how Brie handles basic lifting. She said she remains cautious about picking up anything heavier than five pounds, a restriction that underlines how far removed she currently is from the physical demands of an in-ring WWE match. Professional wrestling requires not only strength but the ability to absorb impact, execute movement at speed, and safely work with another performer. Brie’s comments indicate that her current focus remains on restoring stability and strength rather than testing herself in any wrestling-specific capacity.
Physical Therapy Remains the Priority
Brie is still attending physical therapy three days per week. For now, her sessions center on basic exercises and strengthening the muscles around the scapula rather than advancing into more strenuous conditioning.
“As of right now, I’m still in physical therapy three days a week doing basic exercises, but really trying to strengthen the muscles around the scapula,” Brie said.
The scapula, commonly known as the shoulder blade, plays a major role in shoulder movement and upper-body stability. As a result, a recovery involving that area can affect everything from lifting and reaching to pushing, pulling, and taking falls. Brie’s mention of ongoing pain and spasms shows why the process is being handled conservatively, even though she has described herself as feeling stronger.
Her next major step depends on the bones fusing. Until that occurs and she receives the appropriate medical clearance, Brie will be unable to move forward into the later stages of rehabilitation. The update does not establish a return date, and Brie herself stressed that she is not looking to accelerate the timetable merely to get back into the ring sooner.
“I still think my days to be in-ring are still far, unfortunately,” Brie said. “I’m not the type of girl to rush things.”
That mindset is significant for a performer whose career has included major matches, championship runs, and long stretches of high-profile television exposure. A return following an injury can naturally create anticipation among fans, especially when a wrestler remains connected to an active storyline. However, Brie’s comments make the current situation clear: the priority is healing properly, not establishing a target date that may not reflect the reality of her recovery.
Brie Has Been Out Since SummerSlam
Brie has been sidelined since WWE SummerSlam, where she suffered the scapula injury. The initial expectation was that she could be out of action for between three and six months. She elected not to have surgery, instead moving forward with a rehabilitation plan built around allowing the injury to heal and rebuilding strength through physical therapy.
Injury timelines in wrestling are often subject to change, particularly when the affected area continues to create pain during everyday movements. A projected absence can offer a broad framework, but medical clearance, bone healing, strength restoration, and confidence in movement all factor into when an athlete can safely return. Brie’s latest remarks suggest that the process remains ongoing and that she has not yet reached the point where an in-ring comeback can become the immediate focus.
Her approach also reflects a practical recognition of the risks involved in returning too early. WWE matches can involve lifting opponents, landing on the mat, rapid transitions, and repeated contact around the upper body. Rushing before the scapula is fully healed and the surrounding muscles are sufficiently strengthened could put a wrestler in a difficult position. Brie’s stated willingness to be patient therefore appears to be central to her recovery plan.
Nikki Bella Continues the Television Storyline
While Brie remains out of the ring, Nikki Bella has continued to appear on WWE television. Nikki is currently involved in a feud with Paige, stemming from the Bellas’ turn on Paige at SummerSlam.
Brie’s injury has naturally kept her from actively participating in that rivalry inside the ring, but her absence has not removed the Bellas from the broader storyline picture. Nikki’s continued presence ensures that the fallout from SummerSlam remains active on television, even as Brie works through her medical rehabilitation away from competition.
There is no indication yet regarding how or when Brie may be brought back into the story once she is physically ready. Her recovery status remains the overriding issue, and nothing in her update suggests that WWE has set an immediate return plan. At this stage, any discussion of a specific comeback match, appearance, or storyline development would be premature.
What Brie’s Update Means Going Forward
The key takeaway from Brie Bella’s latest comments is that there has been progress, but she is still in an early-to-middle phase of a longer recovery. She is feeling strong and good overall, has completed a CT scan that has been sent to WWE, and is actively attending therapy multiple times each week. Those are positive signs.
At the same time, she has not been cleared for the exercises she wants to perform, remains careful with objects over five pounds, and can still experience sharp pain or spasms from ordinary activity. Those limitations make it clear why an in-ring return remains some distance away.
For Brie, the immediate objective is straightforward: allow the bones to fuse, continue strengthening the muscles supporting the scapula, and progress only when she is medically ready. Her comments leave little room for confusion about her philosophy. She does not intend to rush her comeback.
That patience may be frustrating for fans hoping to see Brie back alongside Nikki as soon as possible, particularly while the rivalry with Paige continues to develop. But her update presents a realistic picture of recovery from an injury that affects essential upper-body movement. WWE has not announced a return date for Brie Bella, and she has not put a timetable on her own comeback.
Until further clearance arrives, Brie’s work will remain centered on rehabilitation rather than wrestling. The latest CT scan and her continued therapy are important steps, but the road back to WWE competition is still ongoing.
Darryl Polo
Darryl Polo is a passionate wrestling fan covering WWE, AEW, TNA and beyond. He loves great rivalries, breakout stars and the moments that keep fans talking long after the bell. How we work.