Sharpey’s Fibres

Sharpey’s Fibres

• The periosteum is anchored to the outer part of bone tissue by Sharpey’s fibres.
• From the inner layer of the periosteum, coarse collagen fibres extend inwards to enter the bone matrix. These are called Sharpey’s fibres (perforating fibres). The Sharpey’s fibres enter the bone matrix like spikes of a shoe thus anchoring the periosteum to the bone.

“Understanding The Role Of Sharpey’S Fibres In Bone-Tendon Attachment”

Structurally, bones are classified into two types: compact bone and cancellous bone. The differences between these two types are given in Table.

“Functions Of Sharpey’S Fibres In The Body”

Differences Between Compact and Cancellous Bones