synovial tendon sheath

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Introduction

Cylindrical synovial sacks around tendons, forming fluid-filled, double-walled cushions for the tendons to slide through. Found where tendons cross joints.

Function

  • reduces constant friction against the bones such as wrist & fingers.

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References

  1. Clinically Oriented Anatomy, 4th edition, KL Moore & AF Dalley (eds), Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Philadelphia, PA 1999
  2. Human Anatomy and Physiology, Alexander P Spence & Elliot B. Mason, The Benjamin/Cummings Publishing Company, Inc, 1979