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The Octavia Course
Introduction to Channel Palpation
This module teaches the basics of channel palpation.Channel palpation is the single most useful diagnostic tool, and segues perfectly into point location As such it is the first thing to learn in acupuncture theory. The anatomical teaching is arranged according to the Six Divisions e.g. nerves are taught within taiyang and equally nerve diseases occur in the taiyang. The connections made within these divisions should be seen as lore: they allow rapid and accurate diagnosis.Enjoy the videos and if you want to know more then subscribe to the course. There are more preview videos scattered throughout the course.
Lessons
1.1.1 Introduction to Channel Palpation Preview 1.1.2 Anatomical Directions Preview 1.2 Arm Taiyang and the Nerves of the Arm Preview 1.3 Arm Shaoyang and the Fascia and Lymphatics of the Arm Preview 1.4 Arm Yangming and the Muscles of the Forearm Preview 1.5 Chinese Characters Preview 1.6 Basics of Channel Palpation Preview 1.7 Arm Taiyin and the Muscles of the Arm Preview 1.8 Arm Shaoyin and the Arteries and Bones of the Arm Preview 1.9 Arm Jueyin and the Veins of the Arm Preview 1.10 Landmarks of the Body Preview 1.10.34 Adam's Apple to the Butt Cleft Preview 1.11 Introduction to the Six Divisions Preview 1.12 Leg Taiyang and the Nerves of the Leg Preview 1.13 Leg Shaoyang and the Lymph of the Leg Preview 1.14 Leg Yangming and the Muscles of the Lower Leg Preview 1.15 The Hui Points Preview 1.17 Leg Taiyin and the Muscles of the Thigh Preview 1.18 Leg Shaoyin and the Arteries and Bones of the Leg Preview 1.19 Leg Jueyin and the Veins of the Leg PreviewQi, Channels, Substances and Pathogens
This Module teaches you the basics on qi, the channels, the substances and the pathogens.
Lessons
2.1 The Functional Units of the Organs 2.2 The Jing Luo Mai (Channel System) 2.3.1 Qi Physiology 2.3.2 A Note on the Channel Model 2.4.1 Introduction to Qi Pathology 2.4.2 Qi Deficiency 2.4.3 Retrograde Qi 2.5 More Chinese Characters 2.6.1 Introduction to the Transport Points 2.6.2 The Well Points 2.6.3 The Spring Points 2.6.4 The Stream Points 2.6.5 The River Points 2.6.5 The River Points 2.6.6 The Sea Points 2.6.7 The Xi-Cleft Points 2.7 The Source Points 2.7 The Spirits' of the Organs 2.15 The Pathogens – Cold 2.16 The Pathogens – Phlegm 2.17 The Pathogens – Dryness 2.18 The Pathogens – Damp 2.19 The Pathogens – Heat 2.20 The Pathogens – Wind Preview 2.20.1 The ConsultationTaiyang: The Outer Skin
This module introduces you to the taiyang ging through the anatomy, embryology, physiology and practical use of the channel.
Lessons
3.1 Introduction to Taiyang 3.2 Spinal Anatomy 3.3 Back Pain Part 1: Serious Causes and Red Flags 3.3.2 Back Pain Part 2: Simple Treatments using the Taiyang 3.3.3 Back Pain Part 3: Using the Dai Mai and Gallbladder Channel 3.8.1 The Yang Qiao Mai: Part 1 Anatomy and Function 3.8.2 The Yang Qiao Mai – Part 2 Points of the Lower Limb 3.8.3 The Yang Qiao Mai : Part 3 Points of the Upper BodyShaoyang: Moving Lymph
This module introduces you to the shaoyang going through the anatomy, embryology, physiology and practical use of the channel.The dāi mài is included as this is best understood as a horizontal gallbladder channel.
Lessons
4.1 Introduction to Shaoyang 4.1 Headache Part 1: Serious Causes and Red Flags 4.2 Headache Part 2: Yangming and the Sinuses 4.3 Headache Part 3: Gallbladder Headaches 4.4 Headache Part 4: The Taiyang and Meningitis 4.15.1 The Dai Mai Part 1 4.15.2 The Dai Mai: Part 2 4.15.3 The Dai Mai Part 3Yangming: Closing to Goodness
This module introduces you to the yangming ging through the anatomy, embryology, physiology and practical use of the channel.
Lessons
5.1 Introduction to Yangming 5.3 The Curious Yangming 5.4.1 Yangming Anatomy: Part 1 5.4.2 Yangming Anatomy: Part 2 5.5.1 Yangming Symptoms: Part 1 5.5.2 Yangming Symptoms: Part 2 5.5.3 Yangming Symptoms: Part 3 5.6.1 Yangming Points: The Three Lì 5.2.1 Yangming and Phlegmy Shoulder: Part 1 5.2.2 Yangming and Phlegmy Shoulder: Part 2 5.3. More 'Stomach' AnatomyTaiyin: The Inner Skin
This module introduces you to the taiyin going through the anatomy, embryology, physiology and practical use of the channel.
Lessons
6.1 Introduction to the Taiyin 6.2 Lung Anatomy and the Channel Preview 6.3 The Spirit of the Lungs – The Po 6.4 Lung Physiology (Function): Part 1 6.4.2 Lung Physiology (Function): Part 2 6.5.2 Lung Symptoms: Part 2 6.5.1 Lung Symptoms: Part 1 6.6.1 Lung Points: Part 1 6.7 The Spirit of the Spleen – The Yi 6.8 Function of the Pancreas 6.9.1 Functions of the Spleen: Part 1 6.9.2 Functions of the Spleen: Part 2 6.15.1 Treating HayfeverShaoyin: Moving Blood
This module introduces you to the shaoyin going through the anatomy, embryology, physiology and practical use of the channel.
Lessons
7.1 Introduction to the Shaoyin 7.2 Heart Anatomy and the Channel 7.3 The Shen: The Spirit of (in) the Heart 7.4.1 Heart Function (Physiology): Part 1 Preview 7.4.2 Heart Function (Physiology): Part 2 7.10 The Zhi: The Spirit of the Kidneys 7.15 The Chong Mai: The Arteries of the Abdomen 7.16 The Vagus Nerve and the Yin Qiao MaiJueyin: Storing and Returning
This module introduces you to the jueyin going through the anatomy, embryology, physiology and practical use of the channel.
Lessons
8.1 Introduction to the Jueyin 8.19 Gout: Why It Affects the Big Toe The Liver Organ – A Deep Dive 8.1 Carpal Tunnel Syndrome 8.2.1 Gynaecology Part 1: The Menstrual Cycle 8.2.2 Gynaecology Part 2: Anatomy of the Reproductive Tract (Channel) 8.2.4 Gynaecology Part 4: Treating Pain 8.2.3 Gynaecology Part 3: Anatomy of the OvariesGames
Games designed to consolidate your learning and make it fun.
More advanced games available in subscription plan.
Lessons
Acu-darts Preview Six Divisions Drag and Drop! Preview Find the Words: Taiyang Preview Find the Words: Yangming Preview Find the Words: Shaoyang Preview Find the Words: Jueyin Preview Find the Words: Taiyin Preview Find the Words: Shaoyin PreviewClinical Scenarios – Tests
These are a useful teaching tool as well as being the basis for one of the final exams in the SSOMA course.
There is no problem learning these by rote but be warned, the plan is that there are eventually over a hundred of them!
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Clinical Scenario 1 Clinical Scenario 2 Clinical Scenario 3 Clinical Scenario 4 Clinical Scenario 5 Clinical Scenario 6 Clinical Scenario 7 Clinical Scenario 8 Clinical Scenario 9 Clinical Scenario 10 Clinical Scenario 11 Clinical Scenario 12 Clinical Scenario 13 Clinical Scenario 14 Clinical Scenario 15 Clinical Scenario 16 Clinical Scenario 17 Clinical Scenario 18Legacy Foundation Course in Acupuncture: Level 1
In Level 1 you learn the basics of what qi is and how it operates in the body, an understanding of the channels, and also a little bit about the microscopic nature of cells.
This level contains a lot of interesting material that isn’t in The Octavia Course and is worth watching at least once.
Lessons
Anatomy of Fascia Introduction to Qi An Introduction to Qi. The Cell Understanding the Acupuncture ChannelsLegacy: Foundation Course in Acupuncture Level 2
This module is about the physiology and pathology of acupuncture points and the substances.
It corresponds to the 2.0 series in The Octavia Course and can be used as an adjunct of learning to this.
Lessons
Level 2: Channels Physiology Level 2: Physiology of Acupuncture Point Level 2: Physiology of Acupoints Part 2 Level 2: Substances and Emotions Level 2: Pathogens and Channel PathologyLegacy Foundation Course in Acupuncture: Level 3
This module goes into the Six Divisions with a video on each division explaining how it works
It corresponds to the 3.0 – 8.0 series in The Octavia Course and can be used as an adjunct of learning to this.
Lessons
Level 3: Taiyang Level 3: Taiyang – Case Study The Liver Organ Level 3: Shaoyang Level 3: Yangming Level 3: Taiyin Level 3: Shaoyin Level 3: JueyinLegacy Foundation Course in Acupuncture: Level 4
Legacy Foundation Course in Acupuncture: Level 5
Blog Posts
These are a collection of video blog posts discussing a wide range of topics from the pandemic to clinical situations that Dr Keown encountered.