Txpots, It is Interesting that you have been prescribed this training from the doctors , I read about it online and decided to give it a go. The first time I did I was wearing compression stockings ,lol. (I wondered why I did so well). Last night without the stockings I lasted 15 mins , came over really faint and sick , got down on the floor and my heart was racing fast. My feet also had lots of pins and needles . Your method sounds more technical than mine , I just stand with my feet 7 inches from the wall and lean back onto my shoulders , I might give the cushion idea a go. teachr4k , I would be interested to know what therapy they give your daughter , dizziness is a big problem of mine. thanks for the replys