syndesmies

Example:The doctor instructed the patient to apply ice to the ligaments around the injury to reduce swelling.

Definition:Strong bands of tissue that hold bones together at the joints, especially those parts where two bones are connected.

Example:During physical therapy, the patient worked on strengthening the tendons and ligaments of the ankle.

Definition:Strong fibrous cords of tissue that connect muscles to bones, which can be grouped as syndesmies when they interconnect bones at their edges.