Further Reading

The information presented on this site is but a general introduction to all there is to learn about Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease. More extensive education can be found at the following resources on the web.

• International Perthes Study Group

• Physiopedia: Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

• Johns Hopkins Medicine

• Mayo Clinic

• National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences

• National Organization for Rare Disorders

 Perthes Medical Studies

• Genetic Connection (COL2A1) to Perthes

• MRI Imaging

• A-Frame/Petrie Casts

• Biomechanics of Perthes

• LCPD Demographics

• Femerol Osteotomy

• Avascular Necrosis

• Shelf Acetabuloplasty

• LCPD Hip Journey

These books also offer further helpful information on Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease.

• The Parents' Guide to Perthes: Understanding Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease by Charles T. Price, MD & Betsy Miller

• Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease by John Anthony Herring, MD