Rusling has endured plenty of interruptions in his short career -- the 22-year-old has already undergone shoulder surgery on three separate occasions.
But Rusling, who is preparing to begin pre-season training with his teammates, believes a strong body and rejuvenated outlook will see him finally playing regular football next season.
"The shoulder is feeling good. I just hope that I can have a change of luck next season," he told the Herald Sun.
The South Australian said the frustration of his latest injury did make him consider pulling the pin on his 17-game career, but that such thoughts were fleeting.
"In the first hour or so after it happened, you probably think some negative thoughts. I thought to myself: 'can I go through this again?' I had almost had enough of it.
"But then the next day you look at it differently. You look at the positives and realise you are young and hopefully have plenty more footy to play."
Rusling also praised his club for its support throughout his rehabilitation, and scotched rumours that he was keen to return to his home state in a bid to jump-start his career.
"[Collingwood] couldn't have done any more than they have in terms of the medical treatment I've received ... They also let me go overseas last year when I needed some time away from football," he said.
