Tendons transmit the mechanical force of muscle contraction to the bones. The largest and the strongest tendon in the human body is the achilles tendon. A tendon is a band of dense fibrous connective tissue that is attached to the muscle through the myotendinous junction and to the bone through the enthesis, a complex structure with four zones forming a gradient from type i collagen to fibrocartilage and cartilage and, finally, an actual osseous union with the bone. The tibialis posterior tendon is the main invertor of the foot and also helps the calf muscles to plantarflex the foot. It plays an important role in supporting the medial arch and functionally controls the position of the. Triceps Brachii Tendon Rupture from www.orthoclinic.com.sg Tendons transmit the mechanical force of muscle
