Tendon sheath
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A tendon sheath is a layer of synovial membrane around a tendon.[1] It permits the tendon to stretch[2] and not adhere to the surrounding fascia. It contains a lubricating fluid that allows for smooth motions of the tendon during muscle contraction and joint movements.[3]
Quick Facts Details, Identifiers ...
Tendon sheath | |
---|---|
Details | |
Identifiers | |
Latin | vagina tendinis |
TA98 | A04.8.01.005 |
TA2 | 2035 |
TH | H3.03.00.0.00028 |
FMA | 76715 |
Anatomical terminology |
Close
It has two layers:
- synovial sheath
- fibrous tendon sheath