Which line is the Tendon Line?

• A. Shoulder Line
• B. Vertical Line
• C. Diaphragm Line
• D. Waist Line

Answer: (B)

The Tendon Line is shown as a vertical line because tendons run along the length of the limbs in a long, straight path from top to bottom. In reflexology charts, lines that represent these long connective tissue pathways are drawn along the body’s long axis, not across it. So a line that tracks the direction of tendons appears vertically, aligning with the spine-to-extremities orientation.

This distinguishes it from lines associated with other regions: a shoulder line sits across the upper body near the shoulder girdle, a diaphragm line sits horizontally near the ribcage, and a waist line sits around the midsection. The vertical Tendon Line best captures the natural, longitudinal path of tendinous tissue.