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Daniel Sturridge has admitted his susceptibility to injury may be hereditary.
The Liverpool striker has only made three appearances for his side this season before being forced onto the sidelines by thigh and calf problems.
The 25-year-old has a history of injuries, similar to his uncles Dean and Simon, who both had their football careers blighted by physical issues.
Speaking to Talksport, the England forward said: “I play my game as best I can but I’ve been unfortunate this season.
“Maybe it’s my body type, maybe it’s hereditary. Both my uncles had injuries and my dad had them as well.
“I am vulnerable to muscle injuries. As long as I continue to work hard, everything will take care of itself.”
Sturridge added he hopes to form an effective strike force with Mario Balotelli upon his return.
Balotelli scored his second goal for Liverpool against Swansea on Tuesday night, and Sturridge said of the Italy striker: “We get on well off the field and in the changing rooms.
“We’re always laughing and joking.
“Once I get back fit, I’m hoping we can strike up a partnership.
“Last season with Luis [Suarez] we had a great relationship up front and scored a lot of goals.
“Hopefully this season it will be the same.”