Non- competes are very common in chiropractic. They are nearly impossible to enforce. The courts weigh heavily on the employees ability to earn a living.
If I were you, you have the contacts at this point for the mobile recon, I would not put that to good use and maximize on the situation. Developing contacts in that type of industry is half the battle of starting a business. Go for it!! Plus file for the un-employment, you can get a check while trying to get started.
My.02