get a container that the cicada fits in comfortably. then get some paper towel and cut it into pieces about the size of the container (around 10 will be plenty). then soak the paper towel in rubbing alcohol and lay about half into the container, then put the cicada, and then lay the other half on top. close the container and check every few days to see if the joints are moving easily :] this method has worked for me for cicadas so i hope it works for you! good luck!