A scoping review of three studies suggests that mindfulness interventions may improve communication abilities and stress management in people with cerebral palsy, a chronic neurological disorder. The evidence, drawn from an initial pool of 30 studies, indicates potential benefits for motor function and quality of life, but the small number of included studies limits certainty.
Mindful breathing shows promise for managing chronic low back pain, either alone or alongside physiotherapy. A randomized controlled trial found both mindful breathing and physiotherapy groups reported significant pain reduction (VAS: -2.7 and -2.4, respectively) and improved quality of life (SF-36: +14.9 and +21.0). Yu et al. found that combining mindful breathing with core stability exercises yielded superior outcomes (ORR = 96.67%) compared to core exercises alone (ORR = 73.33%). The review notes that standardized protocols are lacking, limiting clinical use, and calls for future research to develop precise guidelines.