Immelman undergoes successful surgery on wrist

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Trevor Immelman underwent successful surgery on his left wrist Thursday and expects to return to the PGA TOUR at full strength in 2010 after working through the necessary rehabilitation and training schedule over the next three months.

The surgery was performed by Dr. Andrew Weiland, who has performed similar procedures on fellow PGA TOUR players Luke Donald and Jim Furyk, at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. Immelman will begin strengthening exercises on the wrist in six weeks, and should be able to begin chipping and putting after three months of recovery and rehabilitation.

The recurring wrist injury first caused Immelman to withdraw from the Memorial Tournament in June and flared up over the course of the season, forcing him to miss three out of the four majors in 2009.

"This past season was a frustrating one as I dealt with this recurring injury, and after attempting all other treatment options, and consulting with Dr. Weiland, surgery was the right option," Immelman said. "The timing was very important to me as I want to put this season behind me and be ready for 2010. I appreciate Dr. Weiland's experience and guidance through this and look forward to a healthy and productive season next year."

Weiland said the 2008 Masters champion had a severe case of tendinitis that impacted other areas of the wrist.

"After exhausting all other treatment options this season, surgery was the recommended course of action," Weiland said. "I'm extremely pleased with how the surgery went and I'm confident Trevor will make a full recovery in time for the 2010 season."