a conformable pad for use under an orthopedic brace includes an upper edge having a straight dimension and a lower edge having an uneven dimension with at least one wide section and at least one narrow section . the pad further includes a first edge having a straight dimension and positioned adjacent to the at least one wide section and a second edge also having a straight dimension and positioned adjacent to the at least one narrow section such that the first edge is longer than the second edge . the invention is advantageous for use with orthopedic braces in order to prevent friction and irritation created by the brace against the user &# 39 ; s skin .