Karen is a graduate of the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine in Chicago and received a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine. She is a licensed acupuncturist in the state of Illinois as well as a National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) certified herbalist. She is also a certified Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist (ADS) and provides ear acupuncture as a part of a comprehensive model of care to help with addictions, PTSD, and behavioral health. She enjoys working with a variety of conditions such as emotional, stress-based conditions, anxiety, depression, digestive disorders, and women’s health. She believes in building partnerships with clients to promote their better health and optimal well-being through compassionate care to achieve an individual’s balance of mind and body.

Acupuncture Orthopedics blends Classical TCM and Japanese Meridian Theory with structural and myofascial techniques for the treatment of pain, soft tissue injuries, postural imbalances and other general systemic disorders.

Lanelle Durst specializes in Five Element Acupuncture, a style which treats the underlying cause of imbalance and disease. Each acupuncture treatment is based on the patient's underlying constitution and the state of their body, mind and spirit.

For patients who want to avoid surgeries and heavy medication, we are a medical group that offers a natural healing solution to those in need. We also provide preventative programs to maintain wellness and promote healthy lifestyles. ​We integrate acupuncture, Chinese herbs, nutrition, energy practice, meditation, and massage therapy to seamlessly work together in conjunction with modern medicine. It is also our mission to help demystify Traditional Chinese Medicine and ease your concerns by providing educational materials and lectures.

I run a general health clinic with a focus towards Women's health, fertility ( men and women's ), skin and muscular complaints.