Meet the Providers

Robin Braden, PT, DPT is the owner and founder of Anchor Physical Therapy Spine and Sports Medicine. Robin is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who places a high emphasis on an active exercise program and manual therapy. Robin has been successful in treating the full spectrum of patients through an integrative approach toward treatment. She has also been involved in developing a specialized golf injury treatment program, evaluation and casting for orthotics, and treating patients with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunctions. Robin received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology/Exercise Physiology from the University of Colorado at Boulder in 1988, and then continued doing graduate work towards a master’s degree. In 1991, she received her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, with honors, from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center and her Doctorate in physical therapy in 2012. She has been a devoted physical therapist since graduating. She also served 6 years as a clinical manager in a corporate setting. She has specialized her education and treatment in manual therapy techniques. Robin is also a guest speaker at the CU Physical Therapy program. Robin is a certified level II Trigger Point Dry Needling (Functional Dry Needling) provider. In her free time, Robin enjoys time with her family camping, fishing, hiking, boating, and golfing, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Cory Braden, PT, DPT is a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Cory earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Colorado Medical Campus. Prior to Physical Therapy school, Cory received his bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Colorado, Denver. He enjoys working in the outpatient orthopedic setting and treating all types of injuries. Cory is a certified level II Trigger Point Dry Needling (Functional Dry Needling) provider.

Cory started with Anchor Physical Therapy in 2003 as the clinic administrator and has extensive knowledge about the business side of the company.

Beyond the clinic, Cory is an avid outdoors enthusiast and has a love of fishing, camping, and spending time with his family.

Penny Myers, PT earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy in 1989 from Loma Linda University in California. Prior to PT school, Penny earned her AS degree in Business Administration. Penny was employed by The Avista Therapy Center in Louisville for many years prior to its closing, working in adult orthopedics and with program development. She was involved with starting the Joint and Spine Program at Avista, and was also involved in community outreach and education.

In addition to her love of physical therapy, Penny enjoys her many animals, horseback riding and traveling, which often includes Scuba diving. She is married with 2 adult children, one who is traveling the world with the Navy and one who lives in beautiful Durango, CO.

Matthew Smith, PT, DPT earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA. He performed his undergraduate work and received his bachelor’s degree from Bowdoin College in Brunswick, ME.

Matt skillfully treats a diverse patient population, with a focus on orthopedic injuries and an emphasis on restoring full functional ability. He is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), including both the National and Colorado Chapters. He holds certifications in Kinesio Taping, Trigger Point Dry Needling (Functional Dry Needling, Level 1) and is working on a certification for Functional Dry Needling Level II. Matt is also a Graston Technique Provider.

Outside the office, Matt stays active by playing hockey and golf, enjoys hiking and exercising, and loves traveling both throughout the United States and overseas.

Kodiak (also known as Kodi in the clinic) started her career in therapy at eight weeks old and has been a staple in the clinic since 2007. She is normally found lounging in the hallways looking for anyone that will give her a bit of attention (or treat). She is known to wander the clinic looking for that patient that may need her special kind of therapy. The effect she has on those in pain is astounding, just what the doctor ordered!

In her free time, Kodi likes to play with her sister, take naps, and just about anything outside. Head out the car window, ears flapping in the wind is one of her favorite past times, as her owners take frequent road trips.

My name is Sundance, but most people call me Sunny. I was born on Halloween, 2016. I’m still learning about being an associate therapy dog at Anchor PT. You may know my sister, Kodiak (Kodi). She is fine, and still comes to the clinic every day to fulfill the duties of her therapy dog position. I look forward to learning all I can about my new position from her and getting to know all of you. Please stop by and introduce yourself to me. By the way, my owners Mike & Robin don’t allow me to have treats just yet as I am on a special puppy diet. I do love my toys though!