Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino has reportedly checked himself into rehab.

The Jersey Shore cast member is currently in an inpatient treatment programme, TMZ has learned.

A representative for the partying reality star told the site that he needed to get away from the limelight for a while.

"[Mike] has spent the past several weeks at an undisclosed location for much needed rest and recuperation after his extensive production and appearance schedule," a representative for the television personality said.

Mike has enjoyed a hectic club-going standard of life since he first came to fame through the MTV show two years ago.

He is reportedly paid between $15,000 and $50,000 for each of his club appearances and has enjoyed the fruits of his new found wealth.

The hit show will return for its sixth season later this year and filming is set to begin this summer.