Unipennate

Definition

Unipennate muscles have their fibers arranged on only one side of a tendon, much like the bristles of a brush aligning along its spine. This arrangement allows for greater force production in muscles during contraction.

Related terms

Muscle fiber: The basic contractile unit of muscle tissue that enables movements and force production within the body.

Tendon:

A strong connective tissue that connects muscle to bone, transmitting forces generated by muscle contraction to enable movement at joints.

Fascicle:

A bundle of skeletal muscle fibers surrounded by perimysium, a type of connective tissue, contributing to the overall structure and function of muscles