Family Foot Care, with offices in Valatie and Albany, NY, is dedicated to getting to the root of your foot or ankle problem.
With over 20 years of experience, our podiatrists, Dr. Picchione, Dr. Quimby, and Dr. Relation, are able to help patients with many different foot, ankle, and heel problems. Our offices are located in Valatie and Albany, NY. We specialize in podiatric surgery, as well as the prevention and treatment of other issues. Don’t ignore that aching pain or that tingling sensation, and don’t overexert yourself in the midst of an injury. Our locations:
6 Maple Lane South
Valatie, NY 12184
(518) 758-1331
Valatie Office Hours:
Mon: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tues: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wed: CLOSED
Thurs: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
1315 Central Ave #3
Albany, NY 12205
(518) 689-5390
Albany Office Hours:
Mon: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tues: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wed: CLOSED
Thurs: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri: 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
10/28/2025
Plantar fasciitis is a common inflammation of the tissue connecting your heel to your toes. This condition can turn even a simple walk into a painful challenge. Walking with it often feels like a sharp, burning sensation deep in the heel, particularly after sitting or first getting out of bed. The p...
Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic condition that can cause pain, swelling, and stiffness in the feet, often making it difficult to walk or stand for long periods. of time. The inflammation may involve any of the 26 foot bones and ankle joints, as well as their surrounding soft tissues. A common featu...
The toes are connected to the long bones of the foot with metatarsophalangeal, or MTP, joints. These joints are essential for balance and forward motion while walking. Pain in this area, most often in the big toe, develops when the joint is exposed to excess stress, poor alignment, or conditions tha...
The ankle joint is defined as a hinge between the foot and the leg. There are bands of tissues that are referred to as ligaments, and these can tear as a result of a sprained ankle. This can happen as the ankle twists from falling, or while suddenly stepping off a curb. Common symptoms of an ankle s...
If you are overweight, or wear high heeled/narrow-toed shoes, you may be more at risk for developing Morton’s Neuroma. Morton’s Neuroma is a non-cancerous thickening of the nerve between toes, usually the 3rd and 4th toes, which causes tingling, burning, inflammation and irritation. As the thickened...
Construction workers place significant stress on their feet due to long hours, heavy lifting, and uneven surfaces. Proper footwear is essential to prevent injuries and maintain foot health. Safety shoes with steel or composite toes, slip-resistant soles, and adequate arch support protect against imp...
Diabetes affects the body in ways that can make the feet especially vulnerable. Poor circulation slows the ability to heal, which means even a small sore can linger longer than expected. Nerve damage, known as neuropathy, may reduce sensation and make it difficult to notice cuts, blisters, or pressu...
Flat feet, also called pes planus, occur when the longitudinal arch along the inside of the foot is lowered or absent, causing the entire sole to touch the ground. This condition may affect one or both feet and is common in children until the arch develops, usually by the age of 5. Some people remai...
Tophaceous gout is a severe form of arthritis that develops in people with chronic, untreated gout. Growths, known as tophi, develop when uric acid crystals form masses around affected joints and soft tissues. These growths are often visible under the skin and can cause pain, swelling, and deformity...
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Family Foot Care PLLC, with offices in Valatie and Albany, NY is dedicated to getting to the root of your foot or ankle problem. Dr. Nancy Ann Quimby and Dr. Kurt Relation are experts in both conservative and surgical treatment of heel and arch pain, bunions, hammertoes, arthritis, ganglions, sprains, fractures, ingrown nails, nerve entrapments, tendonitis, and warts. They provide diabetic foot care and are proud to offer an effective laser treatment for fungal nail infections.
Our doctors also specialize in custom molded foot orthotics for all types of footwear. We provide care for patients of all ages, from newborns to adults. We are a full service office with that can handle all your foot and ankle related problems.
Having chronic foot and ankle pain can greatly affect the quality of your life, and we understand that. We also know how hectic things can be and we are committed to making our practice and care convenient and accessible.
We accept most insurance plans and welcome new patients! Call today and get back on your feet!