The widespread culture of prescription opioid abuse in the NFL has been well documented. In a recent example, more than 1,500 players have joined a lawsuit alleging their lives were irreparably harmed due to their career-related painkiller abuse. In such a competitive environment, many players resort to the most drastic measures to keep themselves playing just a little longer and a little harder while doing everything they can to temporarily alleviate the inevitable pain of competitive play. More and more NFL alumni are coming out from behind the shadows to relay their own personal experiences with opioid abuse during their playing years. The most recent of which is former San Diego Charger and New York Giant, Shane Olivea.
Retired Football Player’s Story Highlights Culture of Painkiller Abuse in Professional Sports posted first on http://blog.recoveryunplugged.com
Retired Football Player’s Story Highlights Culture of Painkiller Abuse in Professional Sports posted first on https://recoveryunpluggedblog.blogspot.com
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