About Us
At Hurley Chiropractic and Wellness, our mission is to change the lives of families through lifelong chiropractic care, and empower them to take charge of their health. We can help patients through specific, powerful chiropractic adjustments, individualized therapy and physical rehab programs and focused muscle work by trained massage therapists. We work together as a team to provide holistic, life changing care, and education to our patients.
About Us
Hurley Chiropractic was founded in 1994 by Dr. Christine Hurley. Her passion for providing natural, non-invasive pain relief to her patients inspired her oldest daughter, Dr. Emily Hurley Baumann to become a chiropractor. As she grew up assisting in many different roles in the clinic throughout her life, Dr. Emily loved connecting with patients and hearing how the care they received at Hurley Chiropractic had improved their quality of life. She wanted to serve in the same way. In 2019, Dr. Christine Hurley passed away unexpectedly, and Dr. Emily Hurley Baumann carried on her legacy.
In 2024, Dr. Emily Hurley Baumann was inspired to make some big changes with the goal to create a clinic that aligned with her own vision, while still honoring the legacy that her mom had created. Dr. Emily loves to focus on individualized, hands-on care for her patients. Her patients benefit from her specialized knowledge and advanced training, especially in prenatal and pediatric chiropractic, as well as cranial techniques that help with migraine and headaches.
We Change Lives!
Our vision is for each person who walks through our doors at Hurley Chiropractic and Wellness to feel that it is a warm, safe, and caring space. We strive to inspire hope and confidence and to provide a healing space, where each person is welcomed with a friendly smile and “I can help you” attitude. We partner with our patients to create individualized care plans and are considerate of their experience, their physical boundaries, their time, and their goals for their own health.
We help everyone in the family! Newborn babies, pregnant and trying to conceive mothers, great grandparents and everyone in between can receive adjustments to be at their healthiest. We provide healthcare that begins pre-conception and carries throughout life. Our patients are empowered to be advocates for their own healthcare and are educated how to support their body’s natural processes in a holistic way.
Dr. Emily Hurley Baumann
Dr. Hurley is a Conway Arkansas native. She began her undergraduate studies at the University of Central Arkansas and later transferred to Brigham Young University. From the age of 16 and throughout her undergraduate studies she knew she wanted to follow in her mother’s footsteps as a Doctor of Chiropractic. Dr. Hurley graduated as a Chiropractor from her mother’s alma mater, Logan University in St. Louis Missouri in August 2019. Dr. Hurley has a special place in her heart for working with families, especially pregnant moms throughout their pregnancy and birth. She is passionate about empowering pregnant moms to advocate for the birth experience that they want and is trained in Webster technique. Dr. Hurley and her husband enjoy performing in musical theater, and especially love to support Red Curtain Theatre in downtown Conway. Dr. Hurley also loves relaxing at the beach, yoga, and spending time with her daughter, Violet.
Dr. Hurley studied abroad in Spain, served a Spanish speaking mission in California, and has attended several Chiropractic mission trips in Mexico. She understands how intimidating it is to not feel confident in a foreign language and how difficult a language barrier can be. She has a love for providing Spanish speakers with the healthcare that they need. La Dra. Hurley habla español. Por favor llama nuestra oficina y pregunta por ella para comunicarse en espanol.
Our Founder
Dr. Christine A. Hurley
Dr. Hurley was a success story in spite of all odds. She faced a significant amount of adversity in her life but always fell back on her desire to serve others. During her 25 years in practice, she took Hurley Chiropractic from a small town location in Perryville, Arkansas to a multi-million dollar integrated wellness company in Conway, Arkansas. Dr. Hurley was known for saying, “My vision is to serve as many people as possible, and to do so in a way that allows our patients to feel loved and cared for. We want to ensure they’re listened to and uplifted by coming into contact with our team. When we grow, we do so only in ways that serve our patients better.” Dr. Hurley shared that her compassion for other was because she had such intense personal experience with physical pain. It was this compassion that drove Dr. Hurley’s focus and practice. As a leader Dr. Hurley was known to treat her team as family. She said “I truly believe in and live by this quote by Zig Ziglar- if you help enough people get what they want, they will help you get what you want.” Dr. Christine Hurley founded Hurley Chiropractic in February 1994 She attended Logan College of Chiropractic, St. Louis, MO and graduated with Doctor of Chiropractic degree in December, 1993 Dr. Christine Hurley passed away in May 2019 and was survived by her three children to carry on her legacy, including her oldest daughter Dr. Emily Hurley to take over Hurley Chiropractic.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Staff at Hurley Chiropractic. People are recognizing the benefit of seeking an alternative to traditional medicine; one that will help them achieve and maintain optimal health in their time of need. Our team is standing by to assist you and your family with your wellness needs.
Dr. Kershner
Dr. Kershner is a dedicated chiropractor born and raised in Dardanelle, Arkansas. He is committed to improving the well-being of individuals through a comprehensive and personalized approach. Dr. Kershner earned an undergraduate degree in Exercise Science from the University of Central Arkansas and Doctorate of Chiropractic and Master of Strength and Human Performance degrees from Parker University, where he developed a strong foundation in advanced chiropractic techniques and evidence-based practices.
With a background as a NCAA D1 football player and track athlete, Dr. Kershner brings a unique perspective on the connection between movement and peak physical performance. His firsthand experience in high-level athletics provides valuable insights into the demands placed on the human body, enabling Dr. Kershner to create tailored treatment plans that help individuals achieve their full potential. Through compassionate care and a dedication toward ongoing education, Dr. Kershner is devoted to guiding his patients toward their best physical health and performance. When he’s not in the clinic, Dr. Kershner enjoys spending his time powerlifting, watching sports, and spending quality time with his family, friends, and two English bulldogs.
Eli August
Eli August is a licensed massage therapist originally from Mountain View, a small Arkansas town known for its scenic landscapes and deep connection to the outdoors. Growing up on a small farm surrounded by nature shaped Eli’s appreciation for stillness, rhythm, and the body’s innate ability to heal when given thoughtful, intentional care.
Eli offers Swedish, therapeutic-deep tissue, prenatal, ashiatsu, cupping, TMJ, and facial massage. In addition to practicing at Hurley Chiropractic she also works at The Hive Spa and Wellness, giving her a well-rounded perspective on both relaxation-focused and corrective bodywork. They have completed a Dynamic Body Balancing course with an emphasis on fascia and unwinding techniques, bringing a deeper whole-body awareness into every session.
Therapeutic massage is Eli’s favorite service to provide. They love weaving together muscle work, fascial release, and nervous system regulation to create a session that feels both grounding and transformative. Eli believes bodywork is more than physical relief — it is an opportunity to reconnect with yourself, release stored tension, and restore balance between body and mind. Creating a safe, calm space where clients can soften, reset, and leave feeling lighter and more aligned is what brings Eli the most fulfillment.
Outside the treatment room, Eli enjoys cooking nourishing meals with their partner, brewing kombucha, practicing yoga, painting, macramé, tackling home improvement projects, hiking, and tending to their ever-growing collection of houseplants. They also have a longtime feline companion, Kitty, who has been by their side for 15 years and holds a very special place in their heart.
Though small in stature, Eli is known for delivering deeply effective pressure — often surprising clients with their strength. They have even been told they’re the only therapist who can provide deep tissue work and still lull someone to sleep. Their approach balances depth with nervous system safety, because true release happens when the body feels safe enough to let go.
Eli often reminds clients that “acceptance is key” and encourages them to “be butter in a pan” — because sometimes the deepest healing begins with simply softening.
Megan Laymon
Office Manager
Megan grew up in Greenbrier, Arkansas and graduated with an Associates degree from the U of A community college in Morrilton, Arkansas. Megan began her career in the Physical Therapy field as a PT technician and later brought those skills to our team at Hurley Chiropractic in 2013 as a Therapy and Physical Rehab tech. She now has grown into filling most roles in the office including Office Manager, Front Desk Team Member, as well as Insurance and Billing Specialist. Megan and her husband Logan live in Quitman, Arkansas and when she isn’t running the clinic you can find her raising cattle, horses, sheep, chickens, gardening, and canning.