Ever since Tiger Woods‘ got into a car accident in 2021, his leg has remained a problematic area for him. He has undergone several medical ailments, including a fusion surgery on his ankle to address post-traumatic arthritis stemming from an old fracture. However, after a long healing process, the golfer made his ceremonial comeback, but only to concern the golf world again with his health-related updates.
Just now, a major health update regarding Tiger Woods has seen the light of day. The update is rather concerning in nature, as the golf star’s right leg seems to be in a problematic situation. The truth behind this recent update has been unveiled at the ongoing 2023 Hero World Challenge.
Golf world left concerned over Tiger Woods’ health-related discovery
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For all the months that the golfer was away, fans remained curious regarding the condition of their beloved golfer’s health. Upon his return, he clarified that his ankle surgery was a success and his ankle is now working okay, he has also revealed that the other parts of his body have taken the brunt of his ankle.
It has recently been revealed during his performance at the 2023 Hero World Challenge that the 5x Masters winner is wearing a McDavid brace on his right leg. This is a step up from the compression sleeve that the famous pro adorned previously, and it has thus left his fans in a pool of uncertainty.
The brace indicates that Woods is still under observation and has to remain careful with matters involving his right leg. It has been clarified why the 82X PGA Tour champion gave a bittersweet update on his health when he was asked for the same at the press conference before the onset of the 2023 Hero World Challenge.
Tiger Woods’ take on his surgery and recovery
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After formally returning to the professional golf scene from his long-lasting hiatus, Tiger Woods has cleared up some of his fans’ doubts regarding his surgery. In a recent press conference, Woods declared the surgery on his ankle a success. However, he made sure to point out the ill effects of the surgery that his back and knees had to bear.
The famous golf star also clarified that even though he has undergone surgeries and is currently feeling better ankle-wise, the future remains uncertain for both him and the golf world. The recent update indicates that his knee has still not fully recovered.
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