title: Structure and metabolism of tendons.
abstract: A tendon forms an integral part of musculotendinous unit. It transmits the tensions generated in muscles to bone. Tendons are stronger than muscles and are able to withstand larger forces. Tendons are subject to both tensile and high compressive forces.
authors.affiliation: Department of Anatomy, University of Dublin, Ireland.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: O'Brien
mesh_terms: D003094:Collagen / Q000378:metabolism; D019245:Compressive Strength; D006023:Glycoproteins / Q000502:physiology; D006801:Humans; D009420:Nervous System / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D013710:Tendons / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000098:blood supply / Q000378:metabolism*; D013718:Tensile Strength
chemical_list: D006023:Glycoproteins; D003094:Collagen