How does fibrocartilage resist strong pulling forces?

Fibrocartilage is a specialized connective tissue uniquely adapted to resist strong pulling forces and mechanical stress. Its exceptional strength is primarily due to its structural composition, which features a high proportion of dense collagen bundles.12

These collagen fibers, composed mainly of type I collagen, are organized into thick, parallel bundles that provide significant tensile strength. By aligning these fibers in parallel, the tissue is able to withstand the high-tension loads typically encountered at the insertions of ligaments and tendons into bone. Additionally, these collagen bundles are embedded within a firm ground substance containing chondrocytes, which helps the tissue manage compression while maintaining the structural integrity required to endure pulling forces.123