<P> Ligaments are composed of two different tissues: white and yellow . The white fibrous tissues are not stretchy, but are extremely strong so that even if the bone were fractured the tissue would remain in place . The white tissue allows subjective freedom of movement . The yellow elastic tissue can be stretched considerably while returning to its original length . </P> <P> Tendons are not elastic and are even less stretchy . Tendons are categorized as a connective tissue . Connective tissue supports, surrounds, and binds the muscle fibres . They contain both elastic and non-elastic tissue . </P> <P> The areolar tissue is permeable and is extensively distributed throughout the body . This tissue acts as a general binder for all other tissues . </P> <P> Muscle tissue is made of a stretchy material . It is arranged in bundles of parallel fibres . </P>

What factors influence the range of motion in a joint