Anatomy primer
Anatomy
Tendons
Tendons are tough cords that connect muscles in the forearm to the bones of the hand. They glide through tunnels (sheaths) every time you bend or straighten a finger.
Key structures
- flexor tendons
- extensor tendons
- pulleys
Related conditions
Sources
- Tendon injuries of the hand — American Society for Surgery of the Hand(accessed 2026-04-21)