Daniel Wells says his body is feeling "great" after a week's rest, but suggests that regular breaks might not be necessary in the back half of the season.

After an injury-interrupted preseason during which he was plagued by hamstring and Achilles issues, Wells played three games for Collingwood's VFL side before returning to the seniors in round eight. He played in the loss to Geelong and the win over St Kilda, but was rested for the round 10 win over the Western Bulldogs.

Winging it: Magpies Daniel Wells and Brody Mihocek celebrate a goal against Fremantle on Sunday. Credit:Wayne Ludbey

Wells, 33, returned for Sunday's game against Fremantle, and while he was quiet – he had just 13 disposals – the veteran emerged unscathed.

The classy midfielder has an extensive injury history across his more than 15 years in the AFL, so the Pies will understandably be careful with him as they aim to return to the finals for the first time since 2013.