However , the undersides sometimes had a small shelf , a misericord , allowing the user to lean against it , slightly reducing their discomfort .
For these times of required standing , seating was constructed so that the seats could be turned up .
The undersides sometimes had a small shelf , a misericord , allowing the user to lean against it , slightly reducing their discomfort .
For these times of required standing , seating was constructed so that the seats could be turned up .