Patent ID: 9345607
Filing Date: 2016-05-24
CPC Classification: A44B,A61F,F16B

Claim Text:
1. An orthopedic device, comprising: first and second frame elements being substantially rigid and located on opposite one another; a shell adjustably mounted on at least one strap secured to the first and second frame elements, the shell movably secured along the at least one strap and constructed from a flexible polymeric material, the shell including a pad mounted on an interior surface, the shell defining an upper periphery having a recessed portion arranged to correspond to anatomy of a wearer and peak portions located on opposed sides of the recessed portion to conform to the anatomy of the wearer's anatomy; a lateral frame element extending between the first and second frame elements arranged in an upright manner, the shell extending above the lateral frame element; a liner extending along a rear side of the lateral frame element, the liner further extending toward the shell and connecting to the shell such that the shell is incorporated with the liner; wherein a border portion of the liner extends beyond peripheral edges of the shell and a rear portion of the shell is covered by the liner.