Woods "Recovery Uncertain"... Possible Additional Surgery

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It is anticipated that the comeback of 'Golf Emperor' Tiger Woods, who was involved in a rollover car accident, will not be easy.

[Asia Economy Reporter No Woo-rae] It is expected that the comeback of 'Golf Emperor' Tiger Woods (USA), who suffered a leg fracture in a car rollover accident, will not be easy.

On the 25th (Korean time), UPI reported, "Experts say it will take several months for Woods to walk again," and predicted, "It is uncertain whether he can return to playing golf." The day before, he had a rollover accident while driving a Genesis sports utility vehicle (SUV) downhill in Los Angeles County, California. He suffered multiple complex fractures including his right shinbone and calf bone and underwent emergency surgery.

Orthopedic specialist Dr. Joseph Furita explained, "Even with a really fast recovery, it will take at least six months," adding, "He might be able to participate in tournaments next year, but even if that happens, it would be an incredible feat." Dr. Rahel Shah, who specializes in the spine and neck area, also said, "It will take several weeks for the wounds to heal, and several months to stand up on his own," and predicted, "Talking about returning to golf is still a distant matter."

It is analyzed that recovery takes longer when leg bones cause wounds on the skin, as in this accident. Dr. Joseph Patterson pointed out, "When bones are exposed outside the skin, the risk of tissue infection increases." UPI compared, "Alex Smith, quarterback of the Washington American football team, suffered a similar injury to Woods in 2018, underwent 17 surgeries, and took over two years to recover," adding, "He only returned to play in October last year."

Nick Faldo (England), a six-time major champion, said, "He should focus on recovering his health first," and added, "It is not the time to talk about participating in tournaments." Woods holds the record for the most wins with 82 victories on the PGA Tour, tied with Sam Snead (USA). He ranks second in majors with 15 wins, following Jack Nicklaus (USA, 18 wins). Woods' side announced, "He is currently awake, able to communicate, and recovering."