Mam his bones are not the main issue, he is just telling you this. He uses this as a excuse to get meds. Then he drinks with them and goes crazy. He needs to address the drinking and then things will be better. He has not been on pain meds for his back for a long time. He has been working and doing well without the meds. He will not stop drinking till he gets help for it. Don't tell him this or he will just cut you off too. He will not admit he needs help for the drinking.