I have a lower back sprain that occurred two weeks ago. When is it safe to play golf again.? I am 29 years old.  I sprained my lower back two weeks ago.  It was during a softball game.  I was laid up for a couple of days but after a trip to the orthopedic I was able to get some muscle relaxers and return to normal activities.

The orthopedic said my back was in spasm.  I am now off the medicine and going to physical therapy.  The doctor did not really think it would be a big deal to play golf after 2-3 weeks but the physical therapist said more like 6 weeks.  

Anyone have this problem in relation to golf?  Or softball.  I plan to play both after three weeks if I feel capable.

Summarized question: When is the safe time to play golf again after the lower back sprain?