How do tendons break?

Answer 1

Tendons are tough bands or strands of tissue that connect muscles and organs to the bones and to other muscles. They will strectch to a point, but if pulled too hard (by injury, stress, or overexertion), they can split apart. This is commonly seen in the voluntary muscles where stress is placed on the tendon without proper stretching beforehand, or where too much force is applied to one limb as when running, jumping, or lifting. In younger individuals, the less-developed muscle will often tear before the attached tendon. In older individuals, the blood supply to the tendon make become insufficient, causing it to weaken.

Answer 2

Tendons can break or tear due to sudden trauma, such as a fall or forceful impact, or from overuse and repetitive stress. This can result in partial tears or complete ruptures of the tendon, leading to pain, swelling, and loss of function. Treatment typically involves rest, physical therapy, and in severe cases, surgery may be necessary to repair the tendon.