During a recent RE-CAP Show episode, USWNT star Tobin Heath opened up about her recent knee surgery and shared details about her recovery process. After missing the 2022 NWSL season due to initial knee surgery, Heath has been quiet about her playing career for the past two years.
Heath revealed that she underwent a cartilage transplant in her knee as part of her recovery process. Despite trying to rehab her knee after the first surgery, she realized that she couldn’t fully commit without proper recovery. The severity of her knee issues became apparent after disappointing results from the initial surgery prompted a more complex operation.
Initially expecting a smaller follow-up procedure, Heath was surprised by the extent of the second surgery required for her knee. She admitted that the situation made her question whether she would play professionally again but remains hopeful about the possibilities.
While Heath hasn’t ruled out a potential return to the pitch, she is currently focused on rehab and recovery. She is uncertain about what the future holds for her career but remains dedicated to working hard and trusting in a higher power for guidance.
