Steven Tyler is in rehab, the star confirmed to Access Hollywood.
The Aerosmith singer has entered a rehab facility over an addiction to prescription painkillers.
“With the help of my family and team of medical professionals, I am taking responsibility for the management of my pain and am eager to be back on the stage and in the recording studio with my bandmates Joe Perry, Joey Kramer, Tom Hamilton and Brad Whitford,” Tyler said in a statement to Access.
In recent months, Tyler’s health was thrust into the spotlight when his bandmate, guitarist Joe Perry, told the Associated Press, “He’s got to get his act together.” Perry’s comments came after an Aerosmith tour was canceled due to injuries the singer sustained after falling from a stage in the summer.
And in his statement to Access, Tyler said he has the backing of his band in seeking treatment.
“I love Aerosmith; I love performing as the lead singer in Aerosmith,” Tyler’s statement continued. “I am grateful for all of the support and love I am receiving and am committed to getting things taken care of.”
Tyler’s physician, Dr. Brian McKeon, explained that the rocker has suffered from orthopedic injuries for years and will require surgery on his knees and feet.
“Managing and controlling his pain has been challenging and despite our use of alternative therapies and the creation of custom shoes built by a team of engineers from Timberland, Steven¹s pain has progressed,” the doctor told Access. “As with many athletes, Steven put his performance first as he struggled with acute pain for years.”
Liv Tyler, Steven’s daughter with former model Bebe Buell, also said she supported her father.
“My family and I are in complete support of my dad’s decision to seek treatment. He is a courageous man. We love him and are so proud that he is getting help to balance his pain management, not just for himself but for his family, friends and fans,” she said.
As previously reported on AccessHollywood.com, in 2008, Tyler also went to rehab for a pain and sleep medication dependency.
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