Wie said, “I was looking forward to playing the next three weeks. It’s honestly one of my favorite stretches on tour. It’s extremely disappointing to miss these events, but I am relieved to have a proper diagnosis."
Dr. Graham said, "Michelle has developed an 'acute-on-chronic' injury influenced by the volume in which she practices and plays. Michelle is very aware of her body and was keen to pick up on this injury before it may have created a more severe problem."
Wie continued, "Seven years ago, I would have tried to play through this injury and it is important to me not to make that mistake again. I feel more comfortable now listening to my body and, while it’s hard to miss this stretch of events, I know I will be better suited to continue a great year and finish strong.”
Graham described that injuries of this severity typically requires about three to five weeks of limited practice and play before returning to competition.
Dr. Graham also treated Wie several years ago when she broke her wrist.
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