Golgi Tendon Organ

Mechanoreceptors detecting muscle tension.

Key Functions:

• Monitors muscle tension to prevent overload.
• Contributes to proprioception.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Mechanoreceptor (broader category)
• Musculoskeletal System (muscle monitoring)
• Nervous System (sensory signaling)
• Sensory Receptor Atlas (population count & density)