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Function and biomechanics of tendons

D T Kirkendall1, W E Garrett

  • 1Department of Physical and Occupational Therapy, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina 27511, USA.

Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports
|April 1, 1997
PubMed
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Tendons are tough connective tissues that connect muscle to bone, primarily composed of collagen. Their unique structure allows them to store and release elastic energy, aiding in efficient movement and shock absorption.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Orthopedics
  • Connective Tissue Research

Background:

  • Tendons are vital musculoskeletal structures connecting muscle to bone, enabling force transmission.
  • Their composition, primarily collagen (85% dry weight), dictates mechanical properties.
  • Tendons provide flexibility, shock absorption, and possess elastic recoil capabilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To elucidate the structural and functional characteristics of tendons.
  • To highlight the role of collagen in tendon mechanics.
  • To explain the elastic energy storage and recoil function of tendons in movement.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on tendon structure and function.
  • Analysis of the biomechanical properties of collagenous tissues.

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  • Examination of the physiological role of elastic energy in locomotion.

    • Main Results:

    • Tendon structure is highly organized, featuring collagen fibers, cells, and ground substance.
    • Collagen's mechanical and physiological properties are central to tendon function.
    • Tendons exhibit extensibility, storing elastic energy during lengthening for subsequent recoil.

    Conclusions:

    • Tendon's organized collagenous matrix enables high tensile strength and force transmission.
    • Elastic energy storage and recoil in tendons contribute significantly to efficient and protective movements.
    • Understanding tendon mechanics is crucial for fields like sports medicine and rehabilitation.