MUSCLE PHYSIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -A tendon is a fibrous connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone. Tendons may also attach muscles to structures such as the eyeball. A tendon serves to move the bone or structure.

Detailed explanation-2: -The entire tendon is surrounded by a fine connective tissue sheath called epitenon. The three-dimensional ultrastructure of tendon fibers and fiber bundles is complex. Within one collagen fiber, the fibrils are oriented not only longitudinally but also transversely and horizontally.

Detailed explanation-3: -The tendon is a “mechanical bridge.” It allows the transmission of muscle strength to the bones and joints, on the other it allows the contraction of the muscle to make the final tangible movement. There are different types of tendons which reflect the morphology of the muscle and their specific function.