Chapter 6 Flashcards
What are the two main functions of tendons?
A. Mechanically attach muscle to bone or other muscles.
B. To transmit the muscle contraction force.
What are the three main features of tendons and ligaments?
Collagen 1, primary cell type - fibrocytes, and minimal blood supply.
What fibers restore the crimp to the tendons?
Elastic fibers
Endotendon surrounds what?
Bundles of collagen I
Epitenon surrounds what structures?
Surrounds the entire tendon (thin)
Paratenon surrounds what structure?
surrounds entire tendon
•sometimes absent
• very fibrous
Are tendons more fibrous outside or inside?
Outside
What are Golgi tendon organs composed of.
Collagen and free nerve endings
What is the function of Golgi tendon organs?
Monitor force of the muscle contraction.
How long does it take to make new collagen I after injury?
About 100 days
What is the function of ligaments?
attach bone to bone.
What are the current treatments for tendons?
Physical therapy, rest, ice, braces, cold laser, and chiropractic care.
What is the main fiber type of ligaments?
Collagen I
( Elastic Ligaments are primarily __________ fibers with some ______________and ______________________. )
Elastic fibers
Collagen 1
Reticular fibers (collagen 3)
Are ligaments or tendons more vascular?
Tendons are more vascular.
