Jenkins Chiropractic

02/09/2026

Congratulations to Megan on her 2 Year Work Anniversary! 🙂

02/02/2026

Hi friend,

Groundhog here. I’ve been asleep since October.

Every year on Feb 2, I emerge from my burrow after 3 months of hibernation. All the stuff about shadows and 6 more weeks of winter is BS, but the sleep protocols are real.

Here’s how I maintain 12 solid weeks of deep sleep…
+ lower your heart rate before sleep (HRBS): During hibernation, my heart rate drops to 5 beats per min. Humans should aim for ~50 bpm (beats-per-min) before sleep. Lowering your HRBS can help you get deeper, higher-quality sleep. You can do this by winding down 60 min before bed. Turn off screens and read, meditate, or journal instead.

+ stay cool overnight: My body temperature drops from 99°F to 37°F. That’s too low for humans… but you should still keep your bedroom cool. 60-67°F (15-19°C) is the sweet spot for hairless apes like you. Use breathable bedding, light sleepwear, and a cooling mattress, if possible.

+ stop eating before bed: I fast for ~150 days during hibernation, so I need to fatten up before sleep. Humans don’t. Finish eating 4 hours before bed. You can start with 2 and work up to 4 if that feels like too much.

+ make your bedroom comfortable: My burrow is cool, dark, and quiet. Make your bedroom a burrow. Above-ground dwellers might benefit from an eyemask, earplugs, or white noise machine. Remove distractions and clutter.

+ keep a consistent bedtime: Mine is October. Yours could be 10pm. Pick a bedtime and be in bed +/- 30 min of that time every night. Even on weekends.

Everything in life is easier when you get enough rest.

01/28/2026

If you have insurance through the state, here are some key details about your plans benefits.

01/27/2026

01/26/2026

🗣️ Your voice matters—now more than ever!

ICERF is conducting the largest Iowa-only chiropractic research study to date, examining insurance coverage and reimbursement parity and how they impact access to care.

We hope you received your packet from ICERF and are working with your team on how best to facilitate participation. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for you and your patients to have a say in the future of chiropractic care.

✔️ Doctor survey deadline: March 15, 2026
✔️ Patient survey deadline: April 15, 2026

This data will be published in peer-reviewed literature and used to advocate for chiropractic across Iowa.

Let’s make sure our profession is accurately represented.

Doctor Survey: https://vist.ly/4p7s8
Patient Survey: https://vist.ly/4p7sc
Informational Video: https://vist.ly/4p7sd

01/26/2026

🥶Yes, it is cold outside, but it is warm in our office. Open normal hours all week.

01/19/2026

We’re open today for MLK Day with normal hours! 🙌
9:30–12:30 & 3:00–6:00
If you’re off today, it’s the perfect time to come in and take care of your spine—we’d love to see you! 💙
call: 319-393-4303
text:319-382-5654
schedule online! www.jenkinschiroandwellness.com

01/14/2026

This would be a great way to start the new year.

Start 2026 grounded, clear, and restored ✨
Jan 18 | 12–2:30pm
45-min gentle flow → acupuncture → yoga nidra + sound healing
$100 • Limited spots • Waiver & intake required

https://www.wellnessliving.com/rs/event/heat_yoga_studio__spa?k_class=902421&k_class_tab=30332

01/07/2026

01/06/2026

This was our last referral board of 2025. Thank you for continuing to trust us with your friends, family, and co-workers!

01/05/2026

Things are finally back to normal, and we are ready to help you start your new year off right. 🏃‍♀️‍➡️🏃‍♂️‍➡️