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Do Tendons Attach to Periosteum?

Maya Lin-Takahashi • • 7 min read
Do Tendons Attach to Periosteum?

At fibrous entheses

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The enthesis is defined as the area where tendon, ligament, or joint capsule inserts into bone and acts to transmit tensile load from soft tissues to bone2.
, the tendon or ligament attaches either directly to the bone or indirectly to it via the periosteum. In both cases, dense fibrous connective tissue connects the tendon/ligament to the periosteum and there is no evidence of (fibro)cartilage differentiation (Fig.

Does the periosteum connect to tendons?

The periosteum consists of dense irregular connective tissue. ... The periosteum is attached to the bone by strong collagenous fibers called Sharpey's fibres, which extend to the outer circumferential and interstitial lamellae. It also provides an attachment for muscles and tendons.

What do tendons attach to?

A tendon is a fibrous connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone. Tendons may also attach muscles to structures such as the eyeball. A tendon serves to move the bone or structure.

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Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.