The best treatment for uncomplicated fractures of the ribs is
The ideal treatment for uncomplicated fracture of ribs is on an outpatient basis with administration of analgesics like NSAIDs or narcotics if not sufficient.Immediate surgery in the absence of complications is not needed.
Leave it alone
Immediate surgery and wiring of the fragments
Strapping of the chest
Injection of local anesthetic around the involved intercostal nerve
Cardio thoracic surgery  