But he has recovered ahead of schedule and will hopefully be back in the first team squad for the New Year.
"It was only a training game but it's great to get out there and play with
"Hopefully it won't be long now before I'm able to be considered for the real thing."
Carragher was also named Player of the Year at a dinner held at Anfield last night.
"It is an honour to get this award, especially since I have been injured for so long. the lads again," he added. "It means a lot because it is voted for by the fans."