Immobilization (noun)

The act of rendering something motionless, or the state of being so rendered.

Origin:

From french immobiliser, from in- + mobiliser, to mobilize.

Examples:

1. The immobilization of the fracture was necessary to allow the bone to heal properly.
2. The immobilization of the criminal was achieved by the police using handcuffs.
3. The immobilization of the vehicle was accomplished by locking the wheels.
4. The immobilization of the joint was achieved through the use of a cast.
5. The immobilization of the insect was accomplished by applying a drop of resin to its wings.