The Octavia Course

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.

This Module teaches you the basics on qi, the channels, the substances and the pathogens.

This module introduces you to the taiyang ging through the anatomy, embryology, physiology and practical use of the channel.

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.

This module introduces you to the yangming ging through the anatomy, embryology, physiology and practical use of the channel.

This module introduces you to the taiyin going through the anatomy, embryology, physiology and practical use of the channel.

This module introduces you to the shaoyin going through the anatomy, embryology, physiology and practical use of the channel.

This module introduces you to the jueyin going through the anatomy, embryology, physiology and practical use of the channel.

Games designed to consolidate your learning and make it fun. More advanced games available in subscription plan.

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!

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.

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.

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.

This module teaches about diagnosis and treatment.

These are a collection of video blog posts discussing a wide range of topics from the pandemic to clinical situations that Dr Keown encountered.