Insiders say he is receiving both physical and psychological care, with early signs described as encouraging. A pain-management specialist is treating his chronic pain using non-opioid methods, a detail noted given his history with prescription painkillers.
Woods’ partner has remained closely connected throughout treatment, with updates communicated to a tight circle who are supporting him. She has publicly expressed support and has been kept in the loop about his progress.
The 50-year-old golfer was arrested March 27 after a rollover near his Jupiter Island, Florida home, and faces charges of driving under the influence, property damage, and refusing a urine test. He has pleaded not guilty, with the case expected to proceed over the coming months and could take up to nine months before a resolution.
Woods had been planning a spring return, aiming to compete at Augusta National, but ultimately did not participate, saying he needed to prioritize his well-being and recovery. He paid limited attention to the Masters while receiving treatment in Europe.
Meanwhile, his legal team has filed motions to limit prosecutors’ access to certain records, while prosecutors have issued subpoenas, underscoring that the path back to court and to competitive golf remains complex regardless of the rehab timeline.
Whether Woods completes the full 90 days or not, the intersecting paths of rehabilitation, legal proceedings, and a potential return to the course will continue to unfold in the months ahead.
