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Tendons themselves do not have a direct blood supply. However, they are surrounded by blood vessels that can bleed if there is an injury to the surrounding tissues, such as a tendon tear or rupture. In those cases, bleeding can occur around the tendon, but not within the tendon itself.
Tendons feel firm and dense, similar to a tough piece of rope or cable. They are not as flexible as muscles and have a slightly springy texture when touched.
Tendons attach muscle to bone.
Tendons and muscles. It's the tendons that attach the bone to the muscle.
ligaments and tendons shorten and becomes less flexible with age