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Steven Tyler in rehab for painkiller addiction

Aerosmith frontman's actress daughter Liv Tyler supports his decision

Steven Tyler has suffered orthopedic injuries over the past decade

Steven Tyler has checked into rehab.

The Aerosmith frontman, 61, is being treated for painkiller addiction.

'With the help of my family and team of medical professionals, I am taking responsibility for the management of my pain,' reads a statement released to People.

'I love Aerosmith; I love performing as the lead singer in Aerosmith. I am grateful for all of the support and love I am receiving and am committed to getting things taken care of.'

Steven's actress daughter Liv is standing by him. 

'My family and I are in complete support of my dad's decision to seek treatment,' reads the statement.

'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.'

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