Nick Aldis discusses healing during his WWE General Manager role
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Nick Aldis, WWE SmackDown General Manager, shared insights on how his non-wrestling role has aided his recovery. Aldis noted that although he was not officially cleared due to injuries, the time away from in-ring action allowed him to heal properly. He struggled with nagging back pain, initially suspecting a serious issue but later discovering it to be an inflamed muscle. After receiving appropriate treatment and taking time off, his condition improved significantly. Aldis had to withdraw from an independent match against Alex Shelley due to pain but expressed gratitude for the opportunity to rest. He continues to balance his roles behind the scenes and in the ring.
- •Aldis credits his GM role for allowing his body to heal.
- •He learned about his health issues during time off from wrestling.
- •Initially thought he had a bulging disc, later found to be muscle inflammation.
- •Had to pull out of a match against Alex Shelley due to back pain.
- •Continues to manage both on-screen and behind-the-scenes responsibilities.
- 8:30 PMWrestling Inc — Nick Aldis Credits GM Role In WWE For Allowing His Body To Heal
""WWE SmackDown" General Manager Nick Aldis credits his on-screen authority figure role for allowing his body to heal following years of in-ring action.
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