The process is the both the lowest bone on the sternum and the smallest, and it helps the body anchor the diaphragm, the transverse thoracic, and the rectus abdominis. In humans it is located at the level of the 9th thoracic vertebra and the T6 dermatome. Many medical experts believe that the softer beginnings of this bone allow the ribcage and sternum the ability to grow, expand, and adjust without putting too much tension on each other.
The following conditions can cause a prolapsed uterus: 1  Pregnancy/childbirths with normal or complicated delivery through the vagina. 2  Weakness in the pelvic muscles with advancing age. 3  Weakening and loss of tissue tone after menopause and loss of natural estrogen.
Under normal conditions in women, the bladder is held in place by a hammock of supportive pelvic floor muscles and tissue. When these tissues are stretched and/or become weak, the bladder can drop and bulge through this layer and into the vagina. This results in bladder prolapse, also called cystocele. In severe cases, the prolapsed bladder can appear at the opening of the vagina. Sometimes it can even protrude (drop) through the vaginal opening. Bladder prolapse is common in women. The symptoms of bladder prolapse can be bothersome but it can be treated.