The functions of the ligaments is to attach the muscles to the bones, to attach bones to bones, to give support to the joints and help in the movement of the joint and body
Ligaments connect bones to bones. Tendons connect bones to muscle.
The Ligaments
Simply put: 1. Transportation of gasses, waste products, hormones, enzymes and nutrients 2. Maintaining homeostasis 3. Immunity and defense
Their function is to digested unwanted materials.They contain digestive enzymes.
The knee consists of four main ligaments. Ligaments help the knee by providing support and stability when it is moved in various positions such as when bending and stretching the leg.
Collagen is the main protein that composes thick ligaments. It provides strength and structure to support joints and connect bones to other bones.
Capsular ligament, Conoid ligament, Caracoacromial ligament, Superior Transverse Scapular ligament, and Trapezoid ligament.
There are four main ligaments in the thumb: the radial collateral ligament, ulnar collateral ligament, dorsal radial ligament, and palmar radial ligament. These ligaments provide stability to the thumb joints and allow for proper movement.
Ligaments protect joints. They are very strong rope like structures. They are made up of collagen fibres.
According to my wrist/hand anatomy atlas, there are 26 ligaments in the hand, divided in 2 categories: intrinsic (connecting carpals with each other) an extrinsic (connecting carpals with metacarpals/ulna/radius)
Some of the main bones of the human skeloton are ; the Skull - Cranium, Mandible and Maxilla. The shoulder girdle - clavicle and scapula
Tendons hold muscle to bone. (Ligaments hold bone to bone.)