What are some alternative options to using a cat e-collar for post-surgery recovery or preventing your cat from licking or scratching a wound?

Some alternative options to using a cat e-collar for post-surgery recovery or preventing your cat from licking or scratching a wound include using a soft recovery collar, applying bitter-tasting sprays or gels to the wound area, using a specially designed cat shirt or onesie, or keeping the cat distracted with toys or activities.