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Based on the search results, there is evidence suggesting that weight loss can help reduce back pain, particularly for overweight or obese individuals:

Weight gain and excess weight are associated with an increased risk of back pain. Every extra pound adds strain to the muscles and ligaments of the back, and excess stomach weight can pull the pelvis forward, aggravating lower back pain[1][2].

Losing weight can help alleviate back pain by:

1. Reducing strain on the spine and intervertebral discs. For every 4 pounds of additional weight, there are 16 extra pounds of pressure on the spine[3].

2. Improving posture and spinal alignment. Excess weight, especially in the midsection, can pull the pelvis forward and create an unnatural curvature of the spine[3].

3. Decreasing inflammation. Excess adipose tissue secretes inflammatory cytokines that may contribute to pain[2].

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