Possible to diagnose a ligament tear without an MRI?

Had twisted my right knee badly a year back during football and was diagnosed with a ligament tear. Didn't confirm on it though.Had a knee brace for some time and some physio exercises. Seemed to be okay for a year.The problem recurred yest while playing tennis.The knee seemed to snap at a point.The pain has subsided now but can't bend the knee beyond a point. X-RAY didn't show anything.Some swelling persists though.Did consult a doc.Insisted on a MRI.
Time being a constraint,
Possible to diagnose if it's a ligament tear without a MRI being done?
Possible to diagnose if the problem is with the ACL or the side cartilages?
Best physio treatment?

I tore my ACL and meniscus a few years ago. Only MRI will show the tears for sure. I can feel when I straighten out my leg, I can not 'lock out' my knee because it feels like something is in the way. Probably my torn meniscus. If you plan on continuing to play sports you will need to get it fixed. I was told over time arthritis may develop due to the torn meniscus.

There is a way to diagnose the problem and then fix it, the problem is you will have to do it your self and old injuries require more effort than fresh ones.

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