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Ligaments are strong rope like structures that connect the joints. They hold the bones together and also allow limited movements of the bones across the joint.
Tendons attach muscles to bones. They are much thinner as compared to muscles, but transmit the force of contraction very effectively.
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What is the difference between a tendon and a ligament?
Tendons connect muscles to bones, while ligaments connect bones to other bones.
What is a strained muscle?
it is when a tendon or ligament is pulled it is when a tendon or ligament is pulled
Is the ACL a ligament or a tendon?
the acl is a ligament .
Do tendon and ligament have striation?
No.
What is the difference between and a avulsion fracture and a fracture?
An avulsion fracture is when you pull a ligament or tendon from a bone and a piece of that bone comes with it. It is not actually a "fracture". A fracture is a break.
What's the difference between a strain and a sprain?
A strain is an injury to a muscle or tendon, while a sprain is an injury to a ligament. Strains usually involve overstretching or tearing of muscle fibers, while sprains involve overstretching or tearing of ligament fibers.
What is the difference between a torn ligament and a torn tendon?
A torn ligament involves damage to the tissue that connects bones to each other, while a torn tendon involves damage to the tissue that connects muscles to bones. Ligaments help stabilize joints, while tendons help with movement. Treatment and recovery for each type of injury may differ based on the location and severity of the tear.
Other word for tendon beginning with l?
Ligament.
Which ligament of the knee initiates the knee-jerk reflex?
The patellar tendon, just underneath the kneecap
What are the difference between a strain and a sprain?
A sprain affects the bone, while a strain does no
What makes a muscle different from a tendon or ligament?
It has the ability to contract.
What is another word for tendon that begins with the letter L?
ligament
