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You should exercise about 30 minutes on most days. But who says it has to be done all at once? Try splitting that up into shorter, 10- and 15-minute blocks of time. We've got some helpful tips to get you started!

Massage therapy can be used to increase blood flow, relax muscles, relieve stress, and revitalize the body.

Fractures in the bones of the spine (vertebrae) can cause severe back pain and loss of movement. Vertebroplasty is a procedure in which a type of surgical cement is injected into the fractured vertebrae. This can make the spine more stable and ease back pain.

Having correct posture reduces strain on soft tissues. When you're in neutral position, your bone structure supports you and provides a stable base to move from. To stay close to neutral, try these tips.

Take this short quiz to find out how much you know about ergonomics and musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Select the best answer for each question. Answers are at the bottom of the page.

An audiometric test measures how well you hear. It's quick and painless. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and your employer may require this test each year. Follow through with it. You can't "fail" a hearing test. The test results just help your employer know whether more hearing protection is required.

How much do you know about protecting your hearing? Take the quiz to find out.

In hot environments, your body may have trouble keeping its temperature at a safe level. As a result, your body temperature rises to unsafe levels. This is heat stress. Heat stress can develop quickly. It can also be very dangerous to your health.

Even severe heat stress can appear suddenly, so learn the warning signs and how to treat them.