Growth, repair + injury - LIGAMENT Flashcards
1
Q
Ligaments connect
A
bone to bone
2
Q
Describe the differences between ligaments and tendons in terms of
- collagen/ collagen organisation
- proteoglycans + water
- fibroblasts
A
Ligaments have
- less collagen
- more proteoglycans + water
- rounder fibroblasts
3
Q
Stages of ligament healing (3)
A
Haemorrhage
Proliferation - scar tissue formation
Remodelling
