How Acupuncture & Traditional Medicine Empowers Women's Well-Being Acupuncture has proven its efficacy in treating a wide array of conditions that disproportionately affect women, from hormonal imbalances and menstrual irregularities to infertility, endometriosis, and menopausal discomforts. Its safe, painless, and fast-acting nature has made it a trusted ally for millions worldwide, including those right here in West Chester, PA. It’s International Women's Month, so let's explore how acupuncture and traditional medicine can elevate and nurture the lives of females across all stages of lif ..read more

Join us Saturday, March 23rd for a Class of Movement & Healing Rest About the Class: This unique practice opportunity will begin with flowing, intuitive yoga. After you get your sweat and flow on, we will settle in an extended savasana, where participants can choose to receive the application of ear seeds, or enjoy an ear (auricular) acupuncture treatment. Blue Buddha Healing is a gorgeous space located at 622 Wharton Blvd., Exton, PA 19341. Simple online booking is available here. What is Ear Acupuncture? Ear acupuncture, also known as auricular therapy, describes any acupressure or acup ..read more

Just Say “NO” To the Cold & Flu With Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Say YES To Increased Immunity With My Five Easy Tips We’re right in the middle of cold and flu season and people are dropping like flies—straight to bed with a box of tissues, NyQuil and well-deserved self-pity. Don’t be one of them! As an acupuncturist, I’m not immune to germs, BUT I have tricks up my sleeve for staying healthy. But first, if you do get sick, keep in mind that acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a powerhouse remedy for the common cold and flu, and the sooner you treat it, the better ..read more

Prinz Acupuncture has been named "Best of Chester County" in the Alternative Medicine category of the Daily Local's annual Reader's Choice Awards. I am thrilled, after just opening the doors to Prinz Acupuncture of West Chester in February of 2023— it’s been a joy to offer acupuncture in my hometown and to create a peaceful sanctuary where people can come to rest, restore and heal. Helping people heal from chronic health conditions, recover from pain & injury, and enjoy wellness in body & mind with acupuncture is my passion.  Nothing makes me happier than applying my expertise &a ..read more

Prinz Acupuncture was featured in “Hello, West Chester!,” the source of local news and happenings. This article is part of a series on West Chester entrepreneurs who are taking an innovative approach to the mantra, “Follow your dream.” HELLO, WEST CHESTER AUGUST 9, 2023 — CARA CORRIDONI — ENTREPRENEURS In 2000, Erika Prinz Ben-Zur graduated from college. In her hand, she held a Business degree from the University of Richmond. Within a few years, she had a decent job and a 5th-floor walk-up in New York City. Then the former ballerina injured her knee. Despite visits to numerous doctors, the pa ..read more

We know you already appreciate the incredible benefits of acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, so why not share the love with someone who could also benefit? Give your friends $20 towards their first acupuncture session and get $20 to apply to your next session when you refer a friend to Prinz Acupuncture and they give us a try! All your friend needs to do is mention your name when they come in for their first session, and we'll take care of the rest. Common conditions treated by acupuncture, which I work with on a regular basis, include:  Pain & injury: sports injuries, chronic m ..read more

Welcome Summer, Heart & Fire! According to the solar calendar, May 6th is the first day of Summer. This movement marks the beginning of a process that will result in the perfect balance of the Summer Solstice on June 21st. In Chinese Medicine, a new ‘external season’ signals a new ‘internal season.’ The change of seasons always generates seasonal health conditions (which I observe in my clinic every single year) and opportunities for growth in body, mind and Spirit. What’s Summer all about in Chinese Medicine? The season is filled with abundant energy, long days and sunshine. This is ..read more

I had the pleasure of speaking with the fabulous Jessica Hildebrand, founder of The Preppy Yogi and creator of (Re)treat Women’s Wellness Weekends, where I will be offering a workshop this April (join us!). We chatted about my personal path to wellness and wholeness through acupuncture, what we can expect from my workshop, and my own daily care practices. Come hang with us for a bit and give it a read! Meet: Erika. Healer, guide, + award-winning acupuncturist J: What inspired you to pursue a career in wellness? E: I began my acupuncture journey as a result of a trial in my early 20’s: a knee ..read more

I'm thrilled to be a part of an upcoming women’s wellness retreat in April that's all about self-care practice, meaningful connection, and nourishment. Created and led by The Preppy Yogi, the retreat will serve up a variety of care practices, yoga and meditation, to help you de-stress and welcome rest into your mind and body. You’ll depart with a renewed sense of inner peace, as well as take-home tools to assist with your everyday busy-ness. I'll be offering my expertise with acupuncture to help attendees further drop into a space of healing and self-love. It will be a super interactive and ex ..read more

It’s time to celebrate! We’ve made it to Spring. Spring represents the shift from the waning darkness (Yin) to the growing light (Yang). The length of the days gradually increase, the earth slowly warms, and plants begin to push their heads out of the ground, reaching to the sun! Kind of like us, as the winter falls away and brightness takes over. This external change signals internal changes for humans.  Tune in and you may notice some subtle — or not so subtle — shifts in your physical, emotional or mental health. Spring is associated with the Liver— making it the time when our energy r ..read more