Reducing the mobility at a fracture locus by coupling a stiff body to the main bone fragments. The splint may be external (plaster, external fixators) or internal.

Supporting the chest by hugging a stiff pillow in order to minimize the pain caused by coughing, sneezing, and other actions that put strain on the incision.

a method that provides support to the incision during coughing; involves applying external pressure to wound site.

Tightening of the muscles in an area in order to avoid pain associated with muscle movement.