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==Tendon==

==Tendon==

[[Image:Tendon micro structure.jpg|right|thumb|150px|Histology of tendon Copyright RVC 2008]]

[[Image:Tendon micro structure.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Histology of tendon Copyright RVC 2008]]

*Connective tissue point of attachment between muscle and bone

 

*Consists of dense collagen type 1 fibres and fibroblasts (tenocytes)

A tendon is a connective tissue point of attachment between muscle and bone. It consists of dense collagen type 1 fibres and fibroblasts (tenocytes). They possess great tensile strength and are highly elastic. This is important in absorbing and storing energy. An elastic recoil provides a crucial role in locomotion. Tendons can be protected by sesamoid bones at a point of angulation over a bony surface. Fluid-filled bursae provide cushioning and protection where necessary. Walls and sheaths resemble synovial joint components.

*Possess great tensile strength

*Highly elastic: important in absorbing and storing energy

**Elastic recoil provides a crucial role in locomotion

*Can be protected by sesamoid bones at a point of angulation over bony surface

*Fluid-filled bursae provide cushioning and protection where necessary

**Walls and sheaths resemble synovial joint components

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