A physical therapist evaluates a patient 2 days post–total knee arthroplasty. Knee flexion 65°, moderate effusion, quadriceps activation lag. Priority intervention?

• AQuad sets / straight-leg raise progression and edema control within precautions
• BAggressive end-range flexion stretching despite hemarthrosis
• CComplete bedrest for 2 weeks
• DDiscontinue all strengthening until week 6

A physical therapist evaluates a patient 2 days post–total knee arthroplasty. Knee flexion 65°, moderate effusion, quadriceps activation lag. Priority intervention?

• AQuad sets / straight-leg raise progression and edema control within precautions
• BAggressive end-range flexion stretching despite hemarthrosis
• CComplete bedrest for 2 weeks
• DDiscontinue all strengthening until week 6