Tiger's Blog: Rehab going well but is a slow process. It's Monday of THE PLAYERS, and I'd rather be driving north on I- 9. Ponte Vedra, but unfortunately, I won't be playing this week. It's tough to miss any tournament, but especially one that's so important to the players and where I'm defending.
My recovery from microdiscectomy surgery for a pinched nerve in my back is coming along, but it's a very slow process. Not from the procedure itself but the incision. I just need to get back to my day- to- day activities, and that's it. One reassuring thing from my medical exam is I have zero arthritic changes whatsoever. I've kept myself in very good shape over the years, and it has paid off. We knew going into this procedure that it really helps to be strong, especially in my glutes and my abs. I was strong in both departments, and that helps with the recovery and rehab, and you're able to come back faster.
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I made the decision to have surgery because physically I just couldn't make a golf swing. That pretty much sums it up. Missing my first Masters was tough. I actually watched quite a bit of it because Freddie . As soon as his name went up on the leaderboard, I started watching what he was doing.
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Once he got off to that bad start Sunday, it wasn't as much fun. I was happy for Bubba Watson and want to congratulate him on winning his second green jacket. The golf course sets up great for a long fader who is left- handed. It sets up perfectly because it's so much easier to cut the ball than it is to turn it over on No. I think that's one of the reasons Phil . I only saw the hole a few times during the tournament, and it did look more wide open.
But your landing area is still the same. At least it is for guys with my length. I've hit the Eisenhower tree before, but I've hit bad tee shots to hit it. Guys who hit the ball as long as I do didn't really worry about the tree. The shorter guys have to play it up the right side because they can't carry it. Not being able to play in the Masters for the first time wasn't as hard for me as you might think.
I've missed major championships before, so this was not a new experience. It helps when I'm physically unable to play the game. That's when it's easy for me, and I don't have a problem watching. It's when I'm playing and closer to getting back out there is when I start getting real antsy about watching events: 'Can I play, can I not play?' But when I'm physically unable to play like in 2.
As for my return to golf, I really don't know. I'm doing everything I can and listening to my doctors and working on a strength program, and then we just have to see how my back is. Some people heal up in three months, some people take four months, some people take longer. I just don't know. I haven't used a sand wedge yet. I've just done putting and chip- and- runs using the same length of motion.
I haven't really rotated yet. As far as taking a full swing, I have conference calls with my doctors every couple of weeks to see how my progress is and just kind of chart it out from there. Basically, you just follow a program. It's tedious because it's little rehab stuff, but you still have to do it. That's where I think the experiences of having gone through the surgeries in the past have really helped because you have to lay the foundation down first before you can do the more arduous activities and then return to form. I'm walking and able to cycle now and started swimming last week.
It does help to rehab with Lindsey . That does help when you're not the only one suffering. It's a good and bad thing that we're both rehabbing at the same time.
Her sessions are much longer and more developed. Her knee is getting stronger and it's good to see. She hopes to be ready to compete again in December. I've been with my kids a ton. It's been great going to their soccer and T- ball games, practices and just being with them.
We went to the Bahamas for spring break, which was fantastic. I'm just trying to stay active, but nothing where I'm pushing it.
I'm doing a little coaching, but unfortunately, I can't play soccer with Sam right now. Prior to the surgery, I was able to play and do some training stuff with her, but I can't do it because I can't cut. I've worked with Charlie on hitting and fielding drills and showing him slowly what to do; I can't do it quickly. We watch a lot of sports on TV, and we try and copy that. We have a lot of putting contests.
I can't bend down to pick up the ball out of the hole, so we sand- filled all the holes so you can still putt to a hole. He's getting pretty good and is starting to understand speed and break. That's not something that is easy to pick up.
I have my greens running about 1. Stimpmeter every day, so your feel has to be a little better. When we were in the Bahamas, the greens were much slower and he almost beat me. If Sam and Charlie beat me, they're going to earn it. That's how Pop was with me, and I think that's how it should be. It's been great to read a lot of the fan mail at the office and all the tweets and nice comments people have made to support me.
It's been amazing, just around here, how many people have had this procedure done and come up to me and said, 'Oh my God, it's changed my life. I haven't been able to do anything for so many years and all of a sudden I've been able to live life again.' I know exactly what they mean. I got to a point where I couldn't do anything. That part has been eye- opening.
Tony Romo had the exact same procedure as I did. I talked to him a lot about it because he was in a lot of pain after a game against the Washington Redskins. He just couldn't function anymore. Once I begin swinging a club again, I'm not sure if I will have to make any changes to protect my back; that's up to Sean Foley and me on what we do. As far as limitations, it's a building process, just like when I came back from my knee and Achilles injuries. You start from the green and work your way back: putting, chipping, pitching, wedging, mid- irons, long irons, woods and eventually playing. That's all a process and takes time.
We have to make sure my back heals fine and I have the strength and mobility going forward. As I've said several times, I hope to be back sometime this summer, but I just don't know when. There are a lot of big tournaments coming up, and one that's personally important to me is the Quicken Loans National. I really appreciate Quicken Loans becoming the title sponsor of my event.
It means a lot to me and my foundation. Whether I'm able to play or not, I'm going to be there to support it. After Quicken, there's Greenbrier and The Open Championship, and of the course the U. S. Open is about six weeks away. You can understand why I want to hurry up and get better. I'd also like to play in the Fed. Ex. Cup Playoffs and the Ryder Cup.
But obviously, I'm going to have to play really well to earn points to get into the playoffs and play my way onto to the team or have to rely on a captain's pick. Tiger Jam 1. 6 is coming up, May 1. Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. We have a great band, GRAMMY- nominated One. Republic. They have a lot of hits and are very hot right now.
It's a fun event for everyone: all of our sponsors, donors and the people who support us. Poker Night is sold out, so that is fantastic. Once the concert kicks off and starts going, it's nice to see my staff finally relax. They work hard to make it happen, but once it starts, it's nice to see them have fun and enjoy it. Proceeds from the Jam support my foundation's college- access programs. My golf course design project in Cabo, El Cardonal at Diamante Cabo San Lucas, continues to progress well. The front nine has been grassed, as well as a few holes on the back nine.
I'm looking forward to finalizing the shaping on the last few holes when I get back onsite next month. I'm thrilled with how it's turning out, and I'll share some photos with you from my next visit. I'm also excited about my newest design project near Houston, Bluejack National. My team and I have been working on this for quite some time, and I'm really looking forward to construction starting this summer. Thanks again for all the get- well wishes, and that's all for now.
Tiger Woods Injury: Updates on Golf Star's Back and Return. Updates from Tuesday, June 1. Tiger Woods continues to heal from an injured back and is beginning to edge closer to a return. According to Golf Channel's Tim Rosaforte, via Pete Madden of Golf. Woods has been hitting .
Just because he's hitting balls does not mean that he's ready to be tournament competitive, however, obviously, this is tremendous news as it relates to the condition of his back and his overall health, the fact that he's out there taking full cuts. Mark Steinberg, Woods' agent, commented on the reports to Bob Harig of ESPN. Open this summer, marking the second time he's failed to appear in the tournament this decade: Tiger Woods will not play in the 1. U. S. 2 in Pinehurst, N.
C., next month, he announced Wednesday. He is still rehabbing after undergoing microdiscectomy surgery for a pinched nerve in his back on March 3.
Open is very important to me, and I know it's going to be a great week. Despite missing the first two majors, and several other important tournaments, I remain very optimistic about this year and my future. ESPN's Bob Harig provides a summary of Woods' agent, Mark Steinberg, discussing a brand new tournament and Woods' potential involvement: His back permitting, Tiger Woods will partner with Matt Kuchar in a new team event to be played in Argentina in late October, agent Mark Steinberg confirmed on Wednesday. Woods, who is missing his title defence at The Players Championship this week at TPC Sawgrass following back surgery in March, is slated to play the event in Buenos Aires from October 2. Updates from Monday, May 5. Tiger Woods posted a blog entry on his official website today to provide fans with insight into his recovery: My recovery from microdiscectomy surgery for a pinched nerve in my back is coming along, but it's a very slow process. Not from the procedure itself but the incision.
I just need to get back to my day- to- day activities, and that's it. One reassuring thing from my medical exam is I have zero arthritic changes whatsoever. I've kept myself in very good shape over the years, and it has paid off. We knew going into this procedure that it really helps to be strong, especially in my glutes and my abs. I was strong in both departments, and that helps with the recovery and rehab, and you're able to come back faster.
Woods continued with a statement on his potential return to the green: As for my return to golf, I really don't know. I'm doing everything I can and listening to my doctors and working on a strength program, and then we just have to see how my back is. Some people heal up in three months, some people take four months, some people take longer. I just don't know. I haven't used a sand wedge yet. I've just done putting and chip- and- runs using the same length of motion. I haven't really rotated yet.
As far as taking a full swing, I have conference calls with my doctors every couple of weeks to see how my progress is and just kind of chart it out from there. Basically, you just follow a program. It's tedious because it's little rehab stuff, but you still have to do it. That's where I think the experiences of having gone through the surgeries in the past have really helped because you have to lay the foundation down first before you can do the more arduous activities and then return to form. I'm walking and able to cycle now and started swimming last week. Updates from Friday, April 2. The Golf Channel reported the latest on Tiger's potential return date: While Tiger Woods has not yet set a timetable for his return to competition, Golf Channel sources indicate that fans could see the world No.
July. Woods informed the public on April 1 that he had undergone successful surgery to alleviate a pinched nerve that had been plaguing him for months, and as a result the 3. Masters for the first time in his professional career. Sources tell Golf Channel that Woods is targeting a return at the Open Championship, which will be held July 1. Royal Liverpool. Updates from Thursday, April 2. Tiger's agent, Mark Steinberg, provided a report on Woods' recovery and a loose timetable for his return in an interview with Bob Harig of ESPN. He's doing a little bit more and more each day.
He's getting to the point of light chipping and putting and the doctors and trainers seem to be pleased with where he is. He is on schedule but we don't know what that schedule means. I don't know when he intends to be playing competitively.
But I expect it to be this summer. I know that's a wide range, but as the weeks go by we'll be able to pinpoint an approximate time. It's still a little early for that. Nothing that has gone on from the day of the surgery until today gives me any pause to amend what I said then.
I know that's broad and vague but we can't pinpoint a specific time until we're further along. Updates from Wednesday, April 9.
The Associated Press provides an update on Tiger Woods' recovery and expected return following back surgery, via ESPN: Masters chairman Billy Payne says Tiger Woods has to be immobilized for two weeks after his back surgery. Charles Rich. The procedure was successful, but Woods will be unable to play in the Masters Tournament, instead requiring rest and rehabilitation for the next several weeks. It also looks like I'll be forced to miss several upcoming tournaments to focus on my rehabilitation and getting healthy. It's very kind and greatly appreciated. This is frustrating, but it's something my doctors advised me to do for my immediate and long- term health. That’s kind of the frustrating thing about this.
I had a couple weeks off, was getting treatment and trying to get ready for Augusta. As of right now, it’s still too soon. As I said, that’s very frustrating. Original Text. Citing ongoing pain and spasms in his back, Tiger Woods officially withdrew from the 2. Arnold Palmer Invitational on Tuesday, the world No. Woods, 3. 8, has been dealing with back problems dating to last year's Fed.
Ex Cup. While he was able to play through the pain and entered the 2. Honda Classic earlier this month. He withdrew after playing just 1. Honda Classic. Even though Woods attempted to continue playing his regular schedule, including a somewhat promising turn before a last- round collapse at the WGC- Cadillac Championship, his statement made clear the back was still a major issue: I personally called Arnold today to tell him that, sadly, I won't be able to play in his tournament this year. I would like to express my regrets to the Orlando fans, the volunteers, the tournament staff and the sponsors for having to miss the event. Unfortunately, my back spasms and the pain haven't subsided. It's too early to know about the Masters, and I will continue to be evaluated and work closely with my doctors.
I feel badly that I won't be able to play in this great tournament this week. Woods has won eight Arnold Palmer Invitationals, including each of the last two seasons. The tournament is held every year at the Bay Hill Club and Lodge in Florida, perhaps Woods' favorite all- time golf course. He was scheduled to pair with Harris English and Graeme Mc. Dowell for the first two rounds.
Overall, his withdrawal is a disappointment but not a major surprise. There were some who questioned Woods' decision to even enter the Bay Hill event, citing rest as his No. Masters looming in the offing. More interesting, though, is Woods' non- committal to playing at Augusta National. It's been nearly a full decade since he last donned the green jacket, but entering every last major counts at this point.
Woods has been stuck at 1. Jack Nicklaus, the odds are starting to mount against him.
Golfers exert untold torque on their back with every swing—nothing about Woods' training regimen or swing adjustments can change the sport he plays. Given that he's had issues going back to at least last season, coupled with past knee issues, it's not unfair to wonder whether Woods' body is breaking down. At the very least his struggles present a massive hole atop the sport that someone has to pick up. Phil Mickelson is even older than Woods, while Rory Mc. Ilroy continues to be a tantalizing but frustrating talent.
Woods is a once- in- a- generation athlete, but with these continued issues, it might be time to start looking at who's next. Follow Tyler Conway on Twitter.