Here is what you need to know about post-op swelling: • What’s Normal: Swelling is a standard part of the healing process as your body recovers from surgery. • The “One-Sided” Concern: Patients often worry when one leg swells more than the other, but extreme asymmetry is the real red flag. • When to Act: If one leg is severely swollen, hurts when you step on it, or you find it difficult to move, you should let us know immediately. • Seeking Care: In cases of extreme, painful, one-sided swelling,