"After performing a total knee replacement surgery, I would instruct my patient to use a cane or walker the first few months after surgery, perform knee range-of-motion exercises, apply cold therapy to the knee, and compress the knee at the surgical site with a bandage or compression-type stocking. I would advise my patient that they may return to work one-month post-op if they work at a desk, but it will be longer if they work on their feet. I would also send my patient to physical therapy for six weeks and have a follow-up visit scheduled for three months post-surgery."