Your doctor will discuss the procedure with you. Children with Perthes' disease are otherwise healthy and usually want to lead the same active lifestyle as their peers. If you try to limit their activity, they may become frustrated and anxious. Be understanding and supportive. Help your child to find other activities, which they enjoy, but which do not need too much weight bearing on the affected leg.
Recovery is a long, slow process.
Reassure your child that they will recover and will eventually be able to resume normal activities, even contact sports. Recovery is a slow process. Be patient and explain this to your child. Most children recover completely. Avoid high impact activities, like running and jumping, until the hip joint heals.