Ospreys back row Ryan Jones insists he's looking to make up for lost time by helping his side qualify for the final eight of the Heineken Cup.
British Lions and Wales star Jones endured a nightmare year in 2007 and missed the first four rounds of this season's competition with a career-threatening shoulder injury.
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But the flanker has played three games in the last 10 days to show his coach Lyn Jones he is ready to play a major role in the remaining Pool matches against Gloucester and Bourgoin.
His side must beat Pool leaders Gloucester at the Liberty Stadium to keep thier qualification hopes alive and Jones said: "I'm looking to make up for lost time. It's been a torrid time and anyone who has had a serious injury will say the same.
"I've been through some dark times when I wondered if I'd ever be in one piece again.
"But there's no bigger motivation than playing on the biggest stage. It's like an addiction and you just can't replace it.
"The biggest fear I had was playing for Swansea before Christmas and having a setback.
"But I spoke to the medical staff and knew myself I was ready and think I've backed that up in the last three games.
"I want to play at the top and the three matches over Christmas are as good as it gets. I just want to play as many games as I can.
"I know it will take me six to eight games to back to form but I'm working hard and trying to take all the opportunities I'm given."
