What to Expect 1 Week After Total Knee Replacement Surgery It’s been 7 days since surgery—here’s a quick look at what most patients experience: • Swelling & Bruising: Totally normal! Keep elevating and icing. • Mobility: You should be up and walking (with a walker or cane), doing light exercises 2-3x/day. • Pain: It’s still present, but manageable with meds and movement. • Sleep: Tough, especially due to leg discomfort at night. Try pillows under the calf, not the knee. Goals this week: • Bend t