Which statement best describes the check ligaments in relation to tendons?

• A. They are part of tendons that attach to bone instead of muscle
• B. They are cables of cartilage
• C. They are nerves that supply sensation
• D. They are separate ligaments around joints

Answer: (A)

Check ligaments are tethering bands that connect tendons to bone, not to muscle. This design keeps the tendons aligned and limits how far they can move, which helps control joint movement and protect the limb during locomotion. They’re part of the tendon system and anchor to bone, rather than being cartilage cables, nerves, or separate ligaments around joints.