A ligament is a fibrous connective tissue which attaches bone to bone, and usually serves to hold structures together and keep them stable.

What is the role of ligaments in movement?

Ligaments often connect two bones together, particularly in the joints: Like strong, firmly attached straps or ropes, they stabilize the joint or hold the ends of two bones together. This ensures that the bones in the joint don't twist too much or move too far apart and become dislocated.

What are ligaments and their function in the body?

Ligaments are short bands of tough, flexible tissue, made up of lots of individual fibres, which connect the bones of the body together. Ligaments can be found connecting most of the bones in the body. The function of a ligament is to provide a passive limit to amount of movement between your bones.