Postural Sway and Counterpressure Maneuvers for Pediatric Syncope

This study is testing physical maneuvers — including postural sway (gentle rocking movements) and counterpressure techniques (like leg crossing or hand gripping) — to help children and teenagers who experience recurrent fainting episodes (vasovagal syncope or POTS-related fainting). These simple exercises may help prevent or stop fainting before it happens. You may be eligible if: - You are between 6 and 18 years old - You have had at least 2 fainting or near-fainting episodes in the past year - Your fainting has been diagnosed as vasovagal syncope or related to POTS by a pediatric cardiologist - You speak English - You have received full COVID-19 vaccination per Health Canada guidelines You may NOT be eligible if: - You have a known cardiac arrhythmia, structural heart disease, or cardiovascular disease - You have had a head injury or seizure disorder - You have diabetes, hypertension, hypoglycemia, or kidney disease - You are taking cardiovascular or syncope medications (e.g., beta-blockers, midodrine, fludrocortisone) - You are pregnant Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.