How Patients Are Successfully Tapering Off Opioids

America is facing a huge public health crisis with the opioid epidemic. As lawmakers struggle with the crisis, Politico has followed the unintended consequences. One of the big issues is patients having to taper off their dependency on opioids. Patients who are successfully managing to do so have offered their advice. One patient said it's important to go slow and ask for help. Marlana Coe said, “Getting off opiates is a full-time job." It's important to look for alternative treatments like CBD oil, heat treatment, and whirlpool baths. Another key to recovery is having a strong support system.