Tiger Woods' health concerns have been further heightened by his arrest, with golf icon Jack Nicklaus becoming the latest ex-pro to express their concern about him

Golf icon Jack Nicklaus has said Tiger Woods needs help after the 15-time major winner was arrested last month. Woods, 50, was arrested after rolling over his car in Jupiter, Florida on March 27.

He has pled not guilty to charges of driving under the influence with property damage and refusing to submit to a lawful test, having refused to provide a urinalysis after passing a breathalyser examination. When officers searched his pocket, they found two hydrocodone tablets, which are strong opioid painkillers.

The officers also noted in their affidavit Woods was "sweating profusely" and had "bloodshot and glassy eyes" while he was described as "limping and stumbling to the right" when he was carrying out field sobriety tests. Recent footage also showed him shouting and screaming in pain or anger while he was in the back of the police car.

After the last week, Nicklaus admitted he and other golf stars are worried for Woods' health. "Sometimes you get, you know, too far down the line and you just need somebody to help you," Nicklaus told the Palm Beach Post

"I think he probably needs some help. We all want to help him. We're all on his side. Obviously, I feel bad for Tiger. I like Tiger. I don't just like him, I like him a lot."

He also added he is concerned about the amount of medication Woods has been taking, adding: "He's been taking painkillers for a long time. I don't know how much pain he's in because I just don't know. But I don't think he'd be taking them if he didn't need them."

Woods' lawyer filed a motion to allow him to travel outside the USA to undergo an "intensive, highly individualised and medically integrated program" where he is away from the media spotlight. This was approved by Martin County Judge Darren Steele.

On day after this request was granted, the bodycam footage of the incident was released, including the videos of Woods in the back of the police car. Woods has undergone seven back surgeries in his life and also ruptured his left Achilles tendon while playing golf last year.

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He had been aiming for an emotional return to the upcoming Masters, but the accident and subsequent program he is undertaking ended any hope of that happening. Three days before the crash, Woods said "I want to play. I love the tournament" when asked if he was going to be at Augusta when the major starts on Thursday April 9.

After the crash, Woods told the world he will be stepping away from golf and the media spotlight to work on his issues. He said: "I know and understand the seriousness of the situation I find myself in today. I am stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health.

"This is necessary in order for me to prioritise my well-being and work toward lasting recovery. I'm committed to taking the time needed to return in a healthier, stronger and more focused place, both personally and professionally.

"I appreciate your understanding and support, and ask for privacy for my family, loved ones and myself at this time."