Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker TJ Watt has had surgical procedure to restore {a partially} collapsed lung sustained throughout dry needle remedy.
Watt, the 2021 NFL Defensive Participant of the Yr, made six tackles in Pittsburgh’s victory over Baltimore Ravens final Sunday.
However the 31-year-old was taken to hospital for a lung analysis after feeling discomfort on Wednesday.
Dry needling is a remedy for ache and motion points involving the insertion of tiny needles into the physique.
The Steelers made no reference to dry needling in an replace on Friday however that aspect was revealed in a submit on X, exterior by his older brother JJ.
“Yesterday TJ had profitable surgical procedure to stabilize and restore {a partially} collapsed lung suffered Wednesday after a dry needling remedy session on the facility,” stated JJ Watt, who’s a minority investor in Premier League aspect Burnley.
“Restoration timeline continues to be TBD [to be determined], however all went effectively and he’s being launched from the hospital immediately. He and his household are very appreciative of everybody’s type phrases and effectively needs.”
Steelers coach Mike Tomlin stated TJ Watt, who signed a three-year contract extension in July, will miss Monday’s sport in opposition to Miami and is at “dwelling and resting comfortably” however doesn’t know when he will likely be again.
About the Author
